As per the Indian Constitution, the size of the Council of Ministers shall NOT exceed:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 15 percent of total number of members of the Lok Sabha.
As per the Indian Constitution, specifically Article 75(1A), the total number of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15% of the total number of members of the Lok Sabha. This provision was added by the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003 to prevent the unnecessary expansion of the Council and ensure efficient governance. For example, if the Lok Sabha has 545 members, the maximum number of ministers allowed is approximately 81. This restriction applies to both the Union and State governments to promote accountability and reduce unnecessary expenditure.