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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

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right under the Indian Constitution?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?

मौलिक अधिकारों के लिए न्यायिक संरक्षण किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से मिलता है?

What is the maximum strength of the Legislative Assembly of a state?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment process?

Who is the first citizen of India?

Who is responsible for the selection of the judges of the Supreme Court?

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

Who among the following was the first woman Governor of an Indian state?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?