Q. With reference to the Prime Minister of India, consider the following statements:
1. S/he is advised by the President with regard to summoning and proroguing of the sessions of the Parliament.
2. S/he advises the President with regard to the appointment of members of the UPSC.
3. S/he is the Chairman of the Inter State Council.
How many of the above given statements are correct?
Exp) Option b is the correct answer.
The Prime Minister is the leader of the Lower House. In this capacity, he enjoys certain powers.
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Prime Minister advises the President with regard to summoning and proroguing of the sessions of the Parliament. The Prime Minister can recommend dissolution of the Lok Sabha to President at any time. The Prime Minister announces government policies on the floor of the House.
Statement 2 is correct: The Prime Minister advises the President with regard to the appointment of the Chairman and members of the UPSC,
Statement 3 is correct: The Prime Minister is the chairman of the NITI Aayog (which succeeded the planning commission), National Integration Council, Inter State Council, National Water Resources Council and some other bodies.
| Important Tips The Prime Minister advises the President with regard to the appointment of important officials like • Attorney general of India, • Comptroller and Auditor General of India, • Chairman and members of the UPSC, • Election commissioners and • Chairman and members of the finance commission. |
