Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The term of the Prime Minister is not fixed.
2.The salary and allowances of the Prime Minister are determined by the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: The term of the Prime Minister is not fixed, and he holds office during the pleasure of the president.

  • However, this does not mean that the president can dismiss the Prime Minister at any time.
  • So long as the Prime Minister enjoys the majority support in the Lok Sabha, he cannot be dismissed by the President.
  • The salary and allowances of the Prime Minister are determined by Parliament from time to time.
  • He gets the salary and allowances that are payable to a Member of Parliament.

Source: Laxmikanth’s Polity

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