Question

At the time of becoming the Prime Minister of our country one:

A Must be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament. If not, must become a member of one of the Houses within Six months. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of Parliament but must get elected as a member of Lok Sabha within Six months. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Must be a member of one of the Houses of Parliament prior to appointment. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Must be a member of Rajya Sabha. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The Supreme Court held that a person who is not a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed as Prime Minister for six months, within which, he should become a member of either House of Parliament; otherwise, he ceases to be the Prime Minister.

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