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Council of Ministers

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Consists of cabinet ministers, ministers of state, and deputy ministers, headed by the Prime Minister. Operates on the principle of collective responsibility, meaning the entire council stands or falls together in Lok Sabha. The Cabinet—comprising the PM and senior ministers—makes crucial decisions on finance, defense, home affairs, and external relations. Ministers of state or deputy ministers assist in department-specific tasks. Policy proposals often originate in cabinet meetings and get refined through committees before parliamentary approval. The President formally appoints ministers on the PM’s advice, but their functioning highlights the synergy needed to manage diverse portfolios and maintain legislative support.

Practice Questions

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

Which of the following is NOT a power of the President of India?

संविधान सभा की अंतिम बैठक किस वर्ष हुई थी?

अनुच्छेद 370 किस राज्य को विशेष दर्जा प्रदान करता था?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों के चयन में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?

Which of the following is an essential feature of a federal system?

राज्यों के बीच शक्तियों का संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने संसद में महिलाओं के आरक्षण का प्रस्ताव रखा?

संसद कार्यवाही की समय सीमा किस अनुच्छेद में उल्लिखित है?

Who is the head of the government in India?