Q. The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the__:
Answer: President
Notes: The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the President.

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