SHORT ANSWER:
A minister in a state must be a member of the state legislature.
DETAILS:
- Must be at least 25 years old for the Legislative Assembly and 30 years old for the Legislative Council.
- Must be a citizen of India.
- Must not hold any office of profit under the government.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a minister is not a member of the legislature, they must get elected within six months of their appointment.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 164
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