Jharkhand Cabinet to Take Oath: Key Details and Constitutional Provisions
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Jharkhand Cabinet to Take Oath |
| Date and Venue | Swearing-in ceremony at Raj Bhavan, Ranchi |
| Number of Ministers | 10 ministers to be sworn in as part of the 12-member Cabinet |
| Constitutional Basis | Governed by Article 163 and Article 164 of the Indian Constitution |
| Article 163 | Establishes a Council of Ministers headed by the Chief Minister to aid the Governor in exercising functions, except in discretionary matters. Discretionary powers include: Appointment of CM in case of no clear majority, handling no-confidence motions, and failure of constitutional machinery (Article 356). |
| Article 164 | Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor. Ministers are appointed by the Governor only on the advice of the Chief Minister. Governor cannot appoint or dismiss a Minister at their discretion. |