Q. With reference to the Union Council of Ministers, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Parliament, ensuring accountability to both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
2. Individual Ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President, reflecting the principle of individual responsibility.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement I is incorrect: Under Article 75(3), the Council is collectively responsible only to the Lok Sabha (House of the People), not the Parliament as a whole.
- Statement II is correct: Article 75(2) states ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President; this is the legal basis for the Prime Minister to request a minister’s resignation.
