The maximum time a person can continue to be the minister of the State Government without being a member the state legislature

(A) One year
(B) Three months
(C) Six months
(D) No time limit

Correct Answer : Six months
Question Asked : SSC Multi-Tasking (Non-Tech.) Staff Exam 2014
Explanation : A non-member may be appointed a Minister in the state Government provided he gets a seat in the State Legislature within a period of six months from the date of his appointment. This has been mentioned in Article 164 of the Indian Constitution.
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