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State Council of Ministers

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Headed by the Chief Minister, it includes cabinet ministers, ministers of state, and deputy ministers, each handling specific portfolios. The council collectively formulates and executes state policies, from infrastructure to welfare schemes. Like at the Union level, collective responsibility to the Legislative Assembly ensures they remain accountable. The Governor formally appoints them on the CM’s advice, but the legislative majority effectively shapes governance. The cabinet’s smaller group decides major issues—budget allocations, legislation proposals—before presenting them to the full assembly. Understanding the Council’s structure and functioning is vital for grasping how states address region-specific needs within India’s broader federal framework.

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