Question : What is the duty of the chief minister, as mentioned under Article 167 of the Indian Constitution?
Option 1: Communication of all decisions of the council of ministers to the governor
Option 2: Appointment and removal of council of the ministers
Option 3: Appointment of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
Option 4: Appointment of advocate general of the state in consultation with attorney general
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Correct Answer: Communication of all decisions of the council of ministers to the governor
Solution : The correct option is Communication of all decisions of the council of ministers to the governor.
Article 167 of the Indian Constitution outlines the duty of the chief minister. It states that it shall be the duty of the chief minister to communicate to the governor of the state all decisions of the council of ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the state and proposals for legislation. The governor is required to act on the advice of the council of ministers headed by the chief minister.
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