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Q · Chief Minister and State Council of MinistersMedium · 45s
Which of the following is correct regarding the Chief Minister of a State?
TopicChief Minister and State Council of Ministers
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor, not the President.
👉 They may not be a member of the legislature at the time of appointment, but must get elected/appointed to the State Legislature within six months.
👉 The Chief Minister is the de facto executive head of the State, exercising real administrative power.
Final Answer: Option C - The Chief Minister is the de facto executive head of the State.