Article 77 of the Indian Constitution

Conduct of business of the Government of India.—(1) All executive action of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the President.(2) Orders and other instruments made and executed in the name of the President shall be authenticated in such manner as may be specified in rules2 to be … Read more

Article 75 of the Indian Constitution

Other provisions as to Ministers.—(1) The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.1[(1A) The total number of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed fifteen per cent. of the total number … Read more

Article 74 of the Indian Constitution

Council of Ministers to aid and advise President.—3[(1) There shall be a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President who shall, in the exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice:]4[Provided that the President may require the Council of Ministers to reconsider such advice, … Read more