8 - The Powers and Functions of the Executive
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Practice Questions
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Who is the ceremonial head of the state in India?
💡 Hint: Think about who represents the nation.
What are the Council of Ministers responsible for?
💡 Hint: Consider what executive and decision-making roles they play.
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Who formally appoints the Prime Minister of India?
💡 Hint: Think about who holds the formal power in this appointment.
The Council of Ministers is responsible to which body?
💡 Hint: Consider which body controls the fate of the ministers.
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Analyze a scenario where the Prime Minister is from a party that does not have a clear majority in the Lok Sabha. How does this affect the President's decision-making?
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of potential instability in government.
Discuss how changes in the Prime Minister's leadership style could impact the functioning of the Council of Ministers.
💡 Hint: Think about how diverse approaches could change the dynamics of team governance.
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