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How is the Chief Minister of a State appointed in India?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The Chief Minister of a State is appointed by the Governor.
  2. The Chief Minister of a State is appointed by the Speaker.
  3. The Chief Minister is appointed by the Chief Justice of the State.
  4. The Chief Minister is appointed by the majority political party in the Legislative Assembly of the State.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Chief Minister of a State is appointed by the Governor.