An individual who is not a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed a member of the Council of Ministers, but he has to become a member of either House within a period of ________________.
A
1 month
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B
2 months
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C
3 months
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D
6 months
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Solution
The correct option is D6 months The member of the council of ministers or ministers is appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The person can be appointed as a minister even if s/he not a member of parliament but such a person has to become a member of either house within 6 months from the date of appointment.