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    Question

    Prime Minister is the leader of the

    ________
    A Majority party in Rajya Sabha Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Majority party in parliament Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Majority party in Lok Sabha Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of Prime Minister. Article 75 of Constitution only says that Prime Minister shall be appointed by President. President in accordance with the conventions of parliamentary system has to appoint leader of the majority party in the Lok Sabha as Prime Minister. In case of when no party has the clear majority in the Lok Sabha, then the President may exercise his personal discretion in the selection and appointment of Prime Minister.

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