Question

The 91^st Constitutional Amendment restricted the size of council of ministers to ______ of legislative members.
1. 18 percent
2. 20 percent
3. 10 percent
4. 15 percent

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : 15 percent

The correct answer is 15 percent.

• The 91st Constitutional Amendment restricted the size of the council of ministers to 15% of the legislative members.
• 91^st constitutional Amendment:
  • This amendment act was passed in 2003.
  • According to new clause (1-A) of Article 75, the total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Central Council of Ministers, shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.
  • According to the new clause (1-B) of Article 75, A member of either house of Parliament belonging to any political party who is disqualified on the ground of defection shall also be disqualified to be appointed as a minister.