A member who has resigned the office of Minister may, with the consent of the Speaker, make a personal statement in explanation of her or his resignation on any day during the session in which the resignation has been accepted by
the Prime Minister
the Secretary-General
the Vice President
the President
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UPSC SO-Steno – 2018
Ministers are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister and hold office during the pleasure of the President (Article 75(1) & (2)). While a Minister might submit their resignation to the Prime Minister, the formal acceptance is done by the President. Rule 234 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha allows a former Minister to make a statement regarding their resignation once it has been accepted.