Article 75(2) of the Constitution of India states that "The Ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the President."
The council of ministers of the Parliament hold office during the pleasure of
Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2021 · Topic: The Council of Ministers (Constitutional Provisions: Articles 74 and 75)
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