Consider the following statements: 1. The term of the Prime Minister is fixed, and he holds office during the pleasure of the president. 2. The salary and allowances of the Prime Minister are determined by the President from time to time. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

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. Additionally, he gets a sumptuary allowance, free accommodation, travelling allowance, medical facilities, etc.

Source: Laxmikanth