Appointment of Chief Minister

The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of the state under constitutional conventions. Typically, the Governor invites the leader of the party or coalition that has a majority in the state legislative assembly to form the government. This process is based on the principle that the Chief Minister must enjoy the confidence of the assembly to effectively run the state.

In simple language, the appointment of the Chief Minister is a key step in forming the state government. The process reflects the will of the people as expressed in the state elections. For instance, during recent state elections, clear majorities have helped streamline this appointment process, while in hung assemblies, the decision has required careful negotiation and consensus-building.

This method ensures that the person who leads the state has the support needed to make important policy decisions and manage state affairs effectively.