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    In a parliamentary form of government, the British convention of ‘Ministerial Responsibility’ has been explicitly codified in the Indian Constitution
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    In a parliamentary form of government, the British convention of ‘Ministerial Responsibility’ has been explicitly codified in the Indian Constitution under:

    A.

    Article 74 (1)

    B.

    Article 74 (2)

    C.

    Article 75 (2)

    D.

    Article 75 (3)

    Correct option is D

    The principle of collective ministerial responsibility is explicitly codified in Article 75(3) of the Indian Constitution. It states: "The Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People." This enshrines the British constitutional convention of ministerial responsibility in the Indian context, making the entire Cabinet accountable to the Lok Sabha.

    Information Booster:
    Article 75(3) ensures political accountability and underlines the foundational principle of a parliamentary system where the executive is answerable to the legislature.
    If the Lok Sabha passes a vote of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers, all ministers including the Prime Minister are expected to resign.

    Additional Information:
    This mechanism safeguards democratic governance and ensures that the executive functions under legislative oversight, reinforcing checks and balances.

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