Q1. What is the role of the Cabinet in the state government?
- To serve as the chief crisis manager and decision-making body.
- To manage the day-to-day operations of state departments.
- To conduct all legislative business of the state.
- To provide advisory services to the Governor on any matter.
Correct Option: 1. To serve as the chief crisis manager and decision-making body.
Explanation: The Cabinet is the highest decision-making authority in the state government. It handles major policy decisions, coordinates the state administration, and manages emergencies. It also plays a central role in advising the Governor.
Q2. What are Cabinet Committees in the state government?
- Temporary bodies formed for ad hoc purposes.
- Permanent decision-making bodies that make final decisions.
- The advisory body for the Governor.
- Sub-committees of the legislative assembly.
Correct Option: 1. Temporary bodies formed for ad hoc purposes.
Explanation: Cabinet Committees are set up either as standing (permanent) or ad hoc (temporary) bodies. Their main role is to sort out issues, formulate proposals, and make decisions that are later reviewed by the Cabinet.
Q3. Which of the following is not a type of minister in the Council of Ministers?
- Cabinet Ministers.
- Ministers of State.
- Deputy Ministers.
- Assistant Ministers.
Correct Option: 4. Assistant Ministers.
Explanation: The Council of Ministers consists of Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, and Deputy Ministers. There is no category called “Assistant Ministers” in the constitution or the structure of the council.
Q4. What is the role of a Deputy Minister in the state government?
- They are the chief decision-makers in their departments.
- They assist Cabinet Ministers in their duties but do not attend Cabinet meetings.
- They have independent charge of a department.
- They are members of the Cabinet.
Correct Option: 2. They assist Cabinet Ministers in their duties but do not attend Cabinet meetings.
Explanation: Deputy Ministers assist Cabinet Ministers in administrative, political, and parliamentary duties but do not have independent charge of any department and are not part of the Cabinet.
Q5. What is the responsibility of the Chief Minister regarding the Governor and the Cabinet?
- The Chief Minister does not have any role in advising the Governor.
- The Chief Minister is responsible for formulating policies independently.
- The Chief Minister must provide information to the Governor and ensure Cabinet decisions are executed.
- The Chief Minister only advises the Governor on constitutional matters.
Correct Option: 3. The Chief Minister must provide information to the Governor and ensure Cabinet decisions are executed.
Explanation: Under Article 167, the Chief Minister is responsible for keeping the Governor informed about the administration of the state, and they play a central role in ensuring that Cabinet decisions are carried out effectively.