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The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment

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The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment:

(a)

Need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of one of the Houses within six months

(b)

Need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of the Lok Sabha within six months

(c)

Must be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament

(d)

Must be a member of the Lok Sabha

Answer:

(a)

Core Books/NCERT

Explanation

Option (a) is correct: A person who is not a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed as Prime Minister but must become a member within six months.