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What is true about the Constitution 91st Amendment, 2003 with effect from 1st January, 2004 in respect to provisions for union ministers as per Article 75(1A) of the Constitution of India? The total number of ministers including the Prime Minister in Lok Sabha(Council of States).

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Shall not exceed 15% of the total number of members of the Lok Sabha
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Shall not exceed 20% of the total number of members of the Lok Sabha
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Shall not exceed 25% of the total number of members of Lok Sabha
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Shall not exceed 35% of total number of members in Lok Sabha
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The correct option is A Shall not exceed 15% of the total number of members of the Lok Sabha
According to the Constitution, there shall be a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President. The total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 % of the total strength of the Lok Sabha. This provision was added by the 91st Amendment Act of 2003.

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