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Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The chief minister is appointed by the governor.
2.The other ministers are appointed by the governor on the advice of the chief minister.
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: C

Notes:

Explanation: The chief minister is appointed by the governor. The other ministers are appointed by the governor on the advice of the chief minister.

This means that the governor can appoint only those persons as ministers who are recommended by the chief minister.

Source: Laxmikanth

Q. Consider the following statements: 1.The chief minister is appointed by the governor. 2.The other ministers are appointed by the governor on the advice of the chief minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The chief minister is appointed by the governor.
2.The other ministers are appointed by the governor on the advice of the chief minister.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?