Q. Consider the following statements regarding statehood of Delhi
1. Strength of Council of ministers is fixed at 15% for Delhi including the Chief Minister.
2. Chief Minister of Delhi is appointed by President of India not be the Lt governor
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The strength is fixed at 10% of total strength of the assembly  

Statement 2 is correct: CM of Delhi is appointed by the President of India. The other ministers are appointed by the president on the advice of the CM. The ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President 

Source: TOI 


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