The number of ministers, including the Chief Minister, in a state shall NOT be less than _______
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 12.
The number of ministers, including the Chief Minister, in a state shall not be less than 12, as per the 91st Amendment Act (2003) of the Indian Constitution.
This ensures a minimum ministerial strength for effective governance.
However, smaller states like Sikkim and Goa may have fewer ministers due to their size and population, subject to constitutional provisions. The amendment also capped the maximum number at 15% of the state legislature's total members.