In which year Shri Bhagwant Mann became the Chief Minister of Punjab?

Key Points

• Shri Bhagwant Mann became the Chief Minister of Punjab in 2022.
• He is associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
• Bhagwant Mann succeeded Captain Amarinder Singh as the Chief Minister.
• He took the oath of office on March 16, 2022.

Additional Information

• Chief Minister
  • A Chief Minister is the elected head of government of a state in India.
  • The Chief Minister leads the executive branch of the state government.
  • The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of the state.
  • The tenure of the Chief Minister is typically five years, subject to the confidence of the state legislative assembly.
• Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
  • AAP is a political party in India founded in November 2012.
  • It was formed by Arvind Kejriwal and other activists following the India Against Corruption movement.
  • AAP aims to promote transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption measures in government.
  • The party has formed governments in Delhi and Punjab.
• Punjab Legislative Assembly
  • The Punjab Legislative Assembly is the unicameral legislature of the state of Punjab in India.
  • It consists of 117 members who are elected by the people of Punjab.
  • Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) serve for a term of five years.
  • The assembly is responsible for making laws and policies in the state of Punjab.