What can be the minimum strength of Council of Ministers including Chief Minister in the State ........

Indian Governance and Polity(UPPCS) State - Executive, Legislature

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What can be the minimum strength of Council of Ministers including Chief Minister in the State?

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Explanation:

- The Council of Ministers in a state, including the Chief Minister, should be at least 12 members according to the 91st Amendment of the Indian Constitution.

- This amendment states that the size of the Council of Ministers cannot be less than 12 and cannot exceed 15% of the total number of members in the Legislative Assembly of that state.

- This ensures effective governance and representation.

- Now, let's review the options:

- Option 1: 10 - Below the minimum required strength.

- Option 2: 12 - Meets the minimum requirement.

- Option 3: 14 - Above the minimum, but still correct.

- Option 4: 13 - Above the minimum, but still correct.