Question

discuss the powers of prime minister for 5 marks.

Answer 1

The prime minister holds the highest position in the cabinet of ministers. He is the leader of the majority party which heads the government. His functions are-
1) the prime minister selects the council of ministers for appointment by the president
2) he allocates the portfolios to the council of ministers
3) the prime minister presided over the meetings of the council of ministers. He coordinates the working of different ministries and is also the chief decision maker
4) he is the chairperson of the national planning commission which is instrumental for the economic advancement of the country
5) the prime minister communicates to the president all decisions taken by the council of minister
6) the prime minister represents the country in high level meetings and international organizations.
7) he can use his discretion for the disposal of two national funds- the prime minister’s national relief fund and the national defense fund.

Answer 2

powers of prime minister -

1.The prime minister has wide ranging power.

2.He chairs cabinet meetings

3.He coordinates the work of different department

4.prime minister distributes and redistributes work to the ministers

5.The prime ministers quits ,the entire ministry quits