A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation
- A
1 only
1 only. The Constitution does not freeze four ministerial ranks.
- B
2 only
2 only. 91st Amendment: Council of Ministers, including PM, ≤ 15% of Lok Sabha strength.
- C
Both 1 and 2
Both. Ranks are a political practice, not a constitutional classification.
- D
Neither 1 nor 2
Neither. The 15% cap is Article 75(1A).
Summary. Official key is (b) 2 only. Cabinet / MoS / Deputy Minister are conventional ranks, not a four-fold constitutional list. The 91st Amendment caps the Union Council, including the Prime Minister, at 15% of the Lok Sabha.
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