Why is the post of Deputy CM not in the Constitution and despite this, what is the power of this post? Know why Deputy Chief Minister is a non-constitutional post, yet its influence in the government and cabinet is considered so high. Read complete information here.
Patna. The politics of Bihar has once again reached a new turning point. The election excitement has subsided, but the hustle and bustle in the corridors of power is at its peak. Only one question was echoing everywhere – who will be the Deputy CM this time? And now the answer has also come to light. The names of the Deputy Chief Ministers have been finalized, and the picture of the new government has become clear to a great extent even before the swearing-in.
What does the post of Deputy CM say? Why is this not mentioned in the Constitution?
The interesting thing is that the post about which there is so much discussion is not mentioned anywhere in the Constitution. The post of Deputy CM is not considered constitutional, but political and symbolic. In many states, two Deputy Chief Ministers have been made to maintain coalition balance, regional representation and administrative coordination. The rights of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers are mentioned in Articles 163 and 164, but there is no mention of the Deputy CM. This is the reason why the Governor also administers the oath to the post of minister.
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How much power does the Deputy Chief Minister have?
Legally speaking, the Deputy CM has the same powers as any cabinet minister. But in practice his stature is considered big.
- The highest position in the cabinet after the Chief Minister
- Important role in major political and administrative decisions
- More influence on officials and district administration
- Special priority in government programs
- Responsibility of leadership in the absence of the Chief Minister
That is, the post of Deputy CM may not be constitutional in the power structure, but it is considered very effective from the political point of view.
Atmosphere heated before swearing in
With Nitish Kumar becoming the Chief Minister for the 10th time, it is now clear that the entry of two powerful faces in the new cabinet of Bihar – Vijay Sinha and Samrat Chaudhary – is confirmed. Even before the oath taking ceremony, the balance of power and political signals are clear that this time also NDA wants to give the message of a stable and balanced government.
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