Which one of the following statements about the Union Executive in India is correct ?

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Q: 96 (NDA-II/2016)

Which one of the following statements about the Union Executive in India is correct ?

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Polity

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NDA-II

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Option 1 states that the total number of members of the Council of Ministers cannot exceed 20% of the total number of Members of the House of the People. This statement is incorrect. According to the Constitution of India, there is no specific limitation on the total number of members of the Council of Ministers. The only requirement is that the number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, should not exceed 15% of the total number of members in the Lok Sabha (House of the People).

Option 2 states that the rank of the different Ministers is determined by the President. This statement is incorrect. In India, the President does not determine the rank of Ministers. The Prime Minister is responsible for determining the rank and seniority of the Ministers.

Option 3 states that the Ministers are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister. This statement is correct. In India, the President appoints the Ministers on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is the head of the Council of Ministers and advises the President on the appointment and dismissal of Ministers.

Option 4 states that only a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed as a Minister. This statement is incorrect. According to the Indian Constitution, a person can be appointed as a Minister even if