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The Chief Minister of a State is appointed by the Governor, but by convention, the leader of the majority party in the ______ is appointed.
- Legislative Council
- Legislative Assembly
- Parliament
- Cabinet
Answer: Legislative Assembly
Article 164(1): Governor appoints CM, but convention dictates appointing leader of majority party/coalition in Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha). In hung assemblies, Governor exercises discretion to appoint person most likely to command majority. CM then advises Governor on appointment of other ministers.