70ᵗʰ B.P.S.C Re-Exam 2024
Which of the following Constitutional Amendment in India has decided the maximum strength of the Council of Minister with Chief Minister in a State ?
a91ˢ Constitutional Amendment✓ Correct
b86ᵗʰ Constitutional Amendment
c81ˢ Constitutional Amendment
dNone of the above Amendment
Explanation
> Under Clause (1A) added to Article 164 by the Constitution (Ninety-first Amendment) Act, 2003, it is provided that the total number of ministers, including the Chief Minister, in a State’s Council of Ministers shall not exceed fifteen (15) percent of the total strength of the State Legislative Assembly; however, in a State, the number of ministers including the Chief Minister shall not be less than twelve (12).
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