The correct answer is: A. Article 167
Article 167 of the Constitution of India deals with the executive power of the state. It states that the executive power of the state shall be vested in the Governor and shall be exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him. The Governor can also delegate his powers to any person or authority.
Under Article 167, the Governor can form a council of ministers to aid and advise him in the exercise of his functions. The council of ministers shall consist of the Chief Minister and such other ministers as the Governor may appoint. The Chief Minister shall be appointed by the Governor and the other ministers shall be appointed by the Governor on the advice of the Chief Minister.
The Governor can also dissolve the council of ministers at any time. However, he cannot dissolve the council of ministers unless the Chief Minister has lost the confidence of the Legislative Assembly.
The other options are incorrect because they do not deal with the formation or dissolution of the state council.
- Option B, Article 168, deals with the appointment of the Advocate General of the state.
- Option C, Article 170, deals with the powers, privileges and immunities of the Legislative Assembly of the state.
- Option D, Article 169, deals with the powers, privileges and immunities of the Legislative Council of the state.