Question

Who appoints the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers?​

Answer 1

There is a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President in exercise of his functions. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President, who also appoints other ministers on the advice of Prime Minister. The Council is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Prime Minister is appointed by the President. But he cannot appoint anyone he likes. He appoints the leader of the majority party or the coalition of the parties that commands a majority in the Lok Sabha as Prime Minister. In case no single party or alliance gets a majority the President appoints the person most likely to secure majority support.