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Standard IX
Civics
Chief Minister and Council of Ministers
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Discuss the functions of the Chief Minister of a state.
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Give a brief introduction of the Chief Minister and list down their functions.
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Who is the Chief Minister?
The Chief Minister is the ‘real head’ of the State Executive.
All major decisions about policies and welfare schemes in the state are taken by the Chief Minister.
The Chief Minister selects the Council of Ministers at the state level. These Ministers help them with the administration of the state.
Functions of the Chief Minister:
They act as a link between the Governor and Council of Ministers and inform the Governor about policy-related decisions.
They recommend names to the Governor, for appointments to major official posts in the state.
Governor can summon or prorogue an Assembly session based on the recommendation of the Chief Minister and the Council of ministers.
They can also recommend the dissolution of the Legislative Assembly to the Governor.
They are also expected to maintain a friendly and warm relationship with the Union Government.
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