Multiple choice

Which of the following was/were not member(s) of the State Legislature at the time of appointment as Chief Minister of the state?

  1. Bansi Lal in Haryana

  2. N.D. Tewari in Uttar Pradesh

  3. S.B. Chavan in Maharashtra

  4. All the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

All three leaders - Bansi Lal (Haryana), N.D. Tewari (Uttar Pradesh), and S.B. Chavan (Maharashtra) - were appointed as Chief Ministers without being members of the State Legislature at the time of appointment. This is constitutionally permitted - they must become members within 6 months (Article 164). This question tests specific historical instances.

Keep practicing — related questions