4.4.3 - President's role in choosing the Prime Minister
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What is the primary role of the President in appointing the Prime Minister?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between the Lok Sabha and the Prime Minister.
What is a coalition government?
💡 Hint: Consider the situation when parties work together.
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What role does the President play when no party has a clear majority in the Lok Sabha?
💡 Hint: Remember the need for majority support.
True or False: The President can remove the Prime Minister at will.
💡 Hint: Consider the electoral process and majority claims.
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Consider a scenario where three parties claim majority support after elections. As the President, outline the steps you would take to assess which party to appoint as Prime Minister.
💡 Hint: Think about verification and consultation processes.
Analyze a political landscape where a coalition is unstable. What challenges would the President face in this situation, and how could they exercise their discretion?
💡 Hint: Reflect on past instances of coalition instability.
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