Question

Discuss the functions of the Chief Minister of a state.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Give a brief introduction of the Chief Minister and list down their functions.

Solution:
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.