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Question no. 25095

Under A-244, who acts as PM until a caretaker PM is chosen ?

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Answer: A. PM

Explanation

Under Article 244 and related transitional provisions, the Prime Minister continues in office until a caretaker PM assumes charge. Continuity in executive leadership prevents an administrative vacuum during government transitions. Option A correctly identifies that the incumbent Prime Minister temporarily stays in power. Constitutional frameworks ensure that executive authority is never left vacant. Caretaker setups are negotiated between outgoing leaders and opposition figures before taking charge. Transition protocols maintain governance stability while election preparations are underway.

Temporary executive continuity ensures that essential state business faces no disruption. Outgoing prime ministers manage routine affairs until neutral caretakers are officially sworn in. Constitutional safeguards prevent political deadlocks from paralyzing government administration. Speaker has legislative duties rather than executive caretaker responsibilities during transitions. CEC heads the election commission and remains strictly independent of executive caretaker roles. SC Justice does not automatically assume executive prime ministerial duties under this article.

Subject
Law
Category
Election Officer
Topic
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Difficulty
medium

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