Q. With reference to the executive in a state, consider the following statements:
1. A Vote of no confidence against Council of Ministers leads to the fall of Government.
2. The ministers hold office during the pleasure of the Governor.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Exp) Option c is the correct answer.

Statement 1 is correct: Article 164 of the Indian Constitution mandates the CoM to follow the Principle of Collective Responsibility. In case of passing of no confidence motion against CoM it will result in fall of government.

Statement 2 is correct: Article 164 says that the ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Governor

Exp) Option c is the correct answer.

Statement 1 is correct: Article 164 of the Indian Constitution mandates the CoM to follow the Principle of Collective Responsibility. In case of passing of no confidence motion against CoM it will result in fall of government.

Statement 2 is correct: Article 164 says that the ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Governor

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