The total number of Ministers, including the Chief Minister, in the Council of Ministers in a State shall NOT exceed ____________ Legislative Assembly of that State. of the total number of members of the

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) fifteen percent.

• According to the 91st Amendment Act of 2003, the total number of Ministers, including the Chief Minister, in the Council of Ministers in a State shall not exceed 15% of the total number of members of the Legislative Assembly of that State.
• This amendment was introduced to limit the size of the Council of Ministers and ensure a more efficient and streamlined government.

Information Booster:

Council of Ministers in a State:

• Composition: Includes the Chief Minister and other Ministers.
• Categories: Generally divided into Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, and Deputy Ministers.
• Role: The Council of Ministers assists and advises the Governor in the administration of the state.
• Responsibility: The Council is collectively responsible to the Legislative Assembly of the State.
• Tenure: They hold office during the pleasure of the Governor, but in practice, they remain as long as they have the confidence of the Legislative Assembly.

91st Amendment Act (2003):

• Objective: Limits the number of Ministers to prevent over-expansion.
• Provisions: Amended Article 164 of the Constitution to include the 15% cap.
• Exceptions: States with fewer than 40 members in the Legislative Assembly can have a maximum of 12 Ministers.