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Q · Prime Minister and Central Council of MinistersMedium · 45s
Which of the following is/are true about the Council of Ministers? 1. The total number of Ministers including the Prime Minister shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha. 2. Ministers hold office during the pleasure of the Prime Minister. 3. The Prime Minister can recommend the dismissal of any Minister.
TopicPrime Minister and Central Council of Ministers
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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1. True — 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003 puts a cap of 15%.
2. True — Ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President, but this is done on the advice of the PM.
3. True — The PM can recommend the dismissal.
Final Answer: Option D — 1, 2 and 3