Question

The Prime Minister of India should be a member of

• A. the Lok Sabha
• B. the Rajya Sabha
• C. Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha
• D. a national political party

Hint:

The Prime Minister can be from either House of Parliament.
If not already a member, he/she must be elected to either House within 6 months.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

According to Article 75 of the Constitution:
The Prime Minister must be a member of either House of Parliament — Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.
Even if not a member at the time of appointment, he/she must get elected to either House within 6 months.
Option Analysis:
- Option (A) and (B): Each is partially correct.
- Option (C): Correct and complete.
- Option (D): Being from a political party is not a constitutional requirement.