Who administers the oath of office and secrecy to the Union Ministers under Article 75(4) of the Constitution of India?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) President of India.

Explanation:

• As per Article 75(4) of the Constitution of India, the President of India administers the oath of office and secrecy to the Union Ministers.
• The oath is taken before the President when a new minister is appointed, and it is done in the presence of the President to ensure that the minister will uphold the Constitution and serve the nation faithfully.

Information Booster:

• The oath administered includes an affirmation to bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of India and to discharge the duties of the office faithfully.
• After the President administers the oath, the Minister can take charge of their office and assume their duties.
• The Prime Minister is appointed by the President, and it is the Prime Minister who then recommends the names of other ministers to the President.