alleryWhat is the main purpose of a press conference by a minister?
ATo hold a state election
BTo elect a chief minister
CTo brief journalists
DTo pass a new state law
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. To brief journalists
1. A press conference gathers journalists to hear about an issue.
2. The minister explains steps taken and reporters ask questions.
3. Laws, elections and choosing a chief minister happen elsewhere.
_Source: NCERT Class 7 Social and Political Life II, Ch 3 How the State Government Works_
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