Special facts:

Narendra Modi has become the Prime Minister to be elected for the third consecutive time after the country's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

Appointment of the Prime Minister

Process:

• Article 75: Prime Minister appointed by the President.
• The President typically selects the leader of the majority party in the Lok Sabha.
• If there is no clear majority, the President may appoint the leader of the largest party/coalition, who must secure a confidence vote within a month.

Oath, Term, and Salary

Oath:

• Administered by the President.
• Includes pledges to uphold the Constitution, sovereignty, and duties without bias.

Term:

• Not fixed; held at the pleasure of the President.
• Must maintain majority support in the Lok Sabha to stay in office.

Salary:

• Set by Parliament.
• Includes MP perks, sumptuary allowance, free housing, travel allowances, and medical facilities.