Who among the following is not associated to the Governing Council of

Who among the following is not associated to the Governing Council of NITI Aayog?

The Prime Minister
The President
The Chief Ministers of States
The Chief Ministers of Union Territories
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UPSC CAPF – 2018
The President of India is not associated with the Governing Council of NITI Aayog. The Governing Council includes the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers of all States, Chief Ministers of Union Territories with Legislatures, and Lt. Governors of other Union Territories.
The Governing Council serves as the apex body of NITI Aayog, responsible for formulating policies and strategies for national development. It provides a platform for structured interaction between the Centre and States.
The Prime Minister is the Chairperson of NITI Aayog and the Governing Council. Other members include Union Ministers as ex-officio members, special invitees, Vice Chairperson, and full-time members.