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

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

A.

President of India

B.

Prime Minister

C.

Vice President

D.

Chief Justice 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.

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