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Question
At the Head of the Council of Ministers of the State is the Chief Minister, who is the real Executive Head of the State. In this context, explain the following:
The appointment of the Chief Minister.
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Solution
The appointment of the Chief Minister is done by the Governor of the concerned state. In the aftermath of state elections, the Governor summons the leader of the party which has secured a majority in the legislature to form the government. However, if it is a hung House, the Governor may exercise discretion and invite a leader who is most likely to form a stable government.
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