As per the Constitution (Ninety-First Amendment) Act, 2003, the total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, shall NOT exceed:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 15% of the total number of members of the Lok Sabha.
As per the Constitution (Ninety-First Amendment) Act, 2003, the total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Union Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha. This provision was introduced to prevent jumbo-sized ministries and ensure efficiency in governance. In states, the same rule applies, with the strength of the Council of Ministers capped at 15% of the Legislative Assembly, subject to a minimum of 12 ministers.