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Which clause of the Constitution of India provides that the Council of Ministers, with the Prime…

Article 74(1) provides for a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at its head to aid and advise the President. Under Article 75(1), the President appoints the Prime…

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Which clause of the Constitution of India provides that the Council of Ministers, with the Prime Minister at its head, shall aid and advise the President?

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Article 74(1) provides for a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at its head to aid and advise the President. Under Article 75(1), the President appoints the Prime Minister and appoints other ministers on the Prime Minister’s advice.

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Option A

Article 73(1) specifies the extent of the executive power of the Union.

Option B

Article 72(1) is incorrect because Article 72(1) deals with the power of the President to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment.

Option C

Article 76(1) is incorrect because Article 76(1) provides for the appointment of the Attorney-General for India by the President.

Option D

Article 74(1) is correct because Article 74(1) of the Constitution of India specifically provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President.

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