The ministers in the state hold office during the pleasure of the:

The correct answer is GovernorKey Points

•  The ministers in a state hold office during the pleasure of the Governor.
• However, this is largely a constitutional formality, as the Governor acts on the advice of the Chief Minister.
• The Governor is the constitutional head of the state, and ministers officially hold office as long as the Governor allows them to
• This means that while the Governor formally appoints ministers and can technically remove them, this is done on the recommendation of the Chief Minister.
• Thus, the phrase “holding office during the pleasure of the Governor” signifies that the real power lies with the elected government, not the Governor

Additional Information

•  Deputy Chief Minister:
  • The Deputy Chief Minister is not a constitutional position and depends on the state's political structure.
  • While a Deputy Chief Minister may assist the Chief Minister, they do not have the authority to remove ministers.
  • Their role is more political than constitutional.
• Speaker of the Legislative Assembly:
  • The Speaker is responsible for maintaining order in the state legislative assembly and ensuring the smooth functioning of proceedings.
  • The Speaker's role is confined to legislative matters.
• Chief Minister:
  • The Chief Minister is the head of the state government and exercises significant influence in appointing and removing ministers.
  • Though ministers hold office "during the pleasure of the Governor," the Chief Minister has the actual power to recommend appointments and dismissals.