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NCERT Class 7 Political Science — Chapter 2: How the State Government Works

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At the State level, the formal appointment of the Chief Minister is carried out by which constitutional functionary?

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From NCERT Social & Political Life II · Page 4

Options

AThe Governor of the State
BThe Chief Justice of the High Court
CThe President of India
DThe Speaker of the Legislative Assembly

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Solution

The correct option is

The Governor of the State

Explanation

The appointment of the Chief Minister and other Ministers at the State level is governed by Article 164 of the Constitution of India.

Detailed Analysis:

Constitutional Provision: Article 164(1) explicitly states that the Chief Minister shall be appointed by the Governor and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the Governor on the advice of the Chief Minister.
Convention: While the Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Chief Minister, the Governor follows the convention of the parliamentary system of government. The Governor appoints the leader of the majority party in the State Legislative Assembly as the Chief Minister.
Role of Other Functionaries:
- The President of India appoints the Prime Minister at the Union level, not the Chief Minister of a State (except in Union Territories like Delhi, where the President appoints the CM).
- The Chief Justice of the High Court administers the oath of office and secrecy to the Governor but does not appoint the Chief Minister.
- The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly presides over the House and is elected by the members; the Speaker has no role in the formal appointment of the Executive head.

Key Takeaway: Under Article 164, the formal power to appoint the Chief Minister is vested exclusively in the Governor of the State.

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More from Chapter 2: How the State Government Works

Consider the following statements regarding the "Legislative Assembly": 1. The Legislative Assembly is the only platform in a democracy where opinions are expressed about the government's work. 2. It is the body where the decisions taken by the Executive are approved. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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After the declaration of State Assembly election results, which individual is constitutionally appointed as the Chief Minister?

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In the context of elections in India, the term 'Constituency' refers to:

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Consider the following statements about the "Governor": 1. The Governor is a member of the Legislative Assembly. 2. The Governor appoints the Chief Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Consider the following statements about the debate mechanism in the Legislative Assembly: 1. MLAs can express opinions and ask questions related to current issues in the Assembly. 2. The relevant minister is not obliged to reply to the questions raised by the opposition. 3. The Legislative Assembly has no power to authorize the expenditure of the government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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