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    Question

    Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the

    appointment of the Chief Minister by the Governor?
    A Article 264 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Article 69 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Article 164 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Article 92 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Article 164 of the Constitution of India states that the Chief Minister shall be appointed by the governor. Typically, the leader of the party that has secured a majority of votes in the state assembly elections is appointed as the Chief Minister. The Governor serves as the Nominal Executive (de jure executive), while the Chief Minister functions as the Real Executive (de facto executive). The Chief Minister's term is not fixed, and they hold office during the pleasure of the governor. However, they cannot be dismissed by the governor as long as they maintain majority support in the legislative assembly. The State Legislative Assembly can remove the Chief Minister by passing a vote of no-confidence.

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