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 In which of the following states is it mandatory for a Chief Minister to be a member of the state legislature within six months of assuming office?

Option: 1

Uttar Pradesh


Option: 2

Karnataka


Option: 3

Tamil Nadu


Option: 4

Maharashtra


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In Maharashtra, as per the provisions of the Constitution of India, a person who is appointed as the Chief Minister must become a member of either the State Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) or the State Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) within six months of assuming office. This provision ensures that the Chief Minister holds a seat in the state legislature and is accountable to the legislature for their actions as the head of the state government. hence option D

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