Polity

I. Introduction to Parliament II. Organization of Parliament III. Composition of the Two Houses IV. System of Elections to the Lok Sabha V. Duration of the Two Houses VI. Membership of Parliament

Topic 1: Overview of Cabinet Committees Key Points: Explanation: Example: Topic 2: Types of Cabinet Committees Key Points: Explanation: Example: Topic 3: Formation and Composition Key Points: Explanation: Example: Topic 4: Key Cabinet Committees Key Points: Explanation: Example: Topic 5: Functions of Cabinet Committees Key Points: Explanation: Example: Topic 6: Groups of Ministers (GoMs) Key

1. Introduction to the Parliamentary System 2. Features of the Parliamentary System 3. Merits of the Parliamentary System 4. Demerits of the Parliamentary System 5. Reasons for Adopting the Parliamentary System in India 6. Comparison between Indian and British Parliamentary Systems

1. Introduction to the State Council of Ministers The Council of Ministers in Indian states operates under a parliamentary system similar to the Union government. The real executive authority in the state is vested in this council, which is headed by the Chief Minister. The council is responsible for aiding and advising the Governor in

1. Role of the Chief Minister 2. Appointment of the Chief Minister 3. Oath, Term, and Salary 4. Powers and Functions of the Chief Minister 5. Relationship with the Governor

1. Introduction to the Central Council of Ministers 2. Constitutional Provisions 3. Nature of Advice by Ministers 4. Appointment of Ministers 5. Responsibility of Ministers 6. Composition of the Council of Ministers 7. Distinction Between Council of Ministers and Cabinet 8. Role of the Cabinet 9. The Kitchen Cabinet

Organisation of Parliament 1. Composition of Parliament (President, Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha) The Parliament of India consists of three main components: 2. Role of the President in Parliament The President of India has specific functions in relation to the Parliament: Composition of Rajya Sabha 1. Maximum Strength and Distribution of Seats 2. Method of Election