Consider the following statements:
- The Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission enjoys the privilege to attend the cabinet meetings.
- The Deputy Chairman of Planning Commission is appointed by the President of India.
Which of the above is / are correct?
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Only 1
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Only 2
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Both 1 and 2
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Neither 1 nor 2
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct. The Deputy Chairman enjoys the rank of a Cabinet Minister. He is invited to all cabinet meetings but he is not allowed to vote in these meetings.
Statement 2 is wrong. The Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission is appointed by the Central Cabinet for a fixed tenure and enjoys the rank of a cabinet minister.