Date: July 4, 2025 - Delegations of DMK, AIADMK, and BJP met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
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Is there any bar on allowing outsiders in Cabinet meetings? | Explained
On July 4, DMK, AIADMK, and BJP delegations met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, submitting memoranda demanding legal action against the participation of two private individuals in a recent Cabinet meeting. The parties allege this violates constitutional norms as Cabinet meetings are constitutionally mandated forums for elected ministers only. The issue raises questions about executive accountability, separation of powers, and the Governor's role under Article 163. This development is significant for polity questions on state executive functioning and constitutional conventions.
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Issue: Participation of two private individuals in a recent Tamil Nadu Cabinet meeting
Constitutional basis: Article 163 - Council of Ministers to aid and advise Governor; Cabinet meetings restricted to ministers
Governor's role: Constitutional head under Article 154; can seek report under Article 356 if constitutional breakdown alleged
Parties' demand: Legal action against 'outsiders' attending Cabinet meeting as violation of constitutional propriety
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