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25 July 2026

Ravneet Singh Bittu's resignation from Union Ministry

The event serves as a practical illustration of constitutional provisions regarding ministerial tenure and the requirement for parliamentary membership under Article 75, though the specific political resignation itself is not a direct exam topic.

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Notes

  • Ravneet Singh Bittu resigned from the Union Council of Ministers under Article 75(2) of the Constitution of India.
  • The resignation was accepted by the President of India on the advice of the Prime Minister.
  • Article 75(2) stipulates that Ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President.
  • A Minister who is not a member of either House of Parliament for any period of six consecutive months shall cease to be a Minister.
  • The resignation occurred following the expiration of the Minister's Rajya Sabha term on June 21, 2026.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional provisions governing the appointment and tenure of Union Ministers. How does the 'pleasure of the President' doctrine under Article 75 function in the context of parliamentary accountability? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Under which clause of Article 75 of the Constitution of India do Ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President?

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