Topic: Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government
3. Do you agree with the view that the Cabinet is the pivot around which the Indian political machinery revolves? Comment on the statement, highlighting the distinction between ‘Council of Ministers and Cabinet’. (250 Words)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Reference: Polity by M. Laxmikanth
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable
Key Demand of the question:
The importance of Cabinet and Council of Ministers
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the topic and form an overall opinion thereupon
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Brief on articles relating to Council of Ministers and Cabinet
Body:
First, dwell on the statement in question, mentioning the role and significance of the Cabinet in India.
Further, highlight the differences between ‘Council of Ministers and Cabinet’
Conclusion:
A relevant summarising statement
