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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

What is the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha?

संसद के अधिवेशन की अवधि किस आधार पर निर्धारित होती है?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

संविधान सभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से हुआ था?

What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Assembly of a state?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख के रूप में किसे नियुक्त किया जाता है?

What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?

न्यायिक समीक्षा मुख्यतः किन के खिलाफ की जाती है?