Chief Minister

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the constitutional position?Head of Government in Indian states and union territories
2. What is the key functionary?Chairs the State Council of Ministers and directs its functioning
3. How does a Chief Minister get chosen?First, people vote for members of the state legislature. The party that wins the most seats invites its leader to become Chief Minister. The state’s ceremonial head then officially appoints them.
4. What does a Chief Minister do every day?A Chief Minister plans new rules, talks with other ministers, and checks that state departments do their jobs. They also speak for the state when talking with the national government.

Federal System: A government structure where power is divided between a central government and regional governments.
Portfolio: The specific area of responsibility assigned to a minister within the government.
Legislative Confidence: The support of a majority of members in the legislature required to remain in power.