How does allocation of portfolios by the Prime Minister affect government work?

Correct answer: It clarifies departmental responsibility and coordination

The correct answer is A. A portfolio is a department or area of government responsibility, such as finance, health or education. When the Prime Minister allocates portfolios, each minister knows which department they supervise and for which policies they must answer. Clear allocation reduces confusion, supports coordination among departments and helps the government carry out its programme. The Prime Minister may also change portfolios to improve coordination or reflect political and administrative needs. B is wrong because portfolio allocation does not conduct any presidential election. C is wrong because it does not change the judiciary or create ministers from judges. D is wrong because Lok Sabha’s constitutional character is not changed by assigning departments. Memory cue: portfolio means a minister’s area of responsibility.