The correct answer is C and D. Note: This question was cancelled by MPSC in final answer key Explanation & Key Takeaways: • The President of Zilla Parishad can be removed from office by a vote of no confidence passed by a simple majority of the total number of members of the Zilla Parishad. This means that 50% + 1 of the members must vote in favor of the motion of no confidence in order for the President to be removed from office. Hence, statement A is incorrect. • Statement B is correct. Sudhakar Rao Naik's cabinet took the decision to give ministerial status to the President of Zilla Parishad in 1973. This meant that the President of Zilla Parishad was entitled to the same privileges and facilities as a minister in the state government. Hence, statement B is correct. • Vasantrao Naik's cabinet did not take the decision to give ministerial status to the President of Zilla Parishad. It was Sudhakar Rao Naik's cabinet that took this decision. Hence, statement C is incorrect. • Statement D is incorrect. Vasantdada Patil was not Chief Minister of Maharashtra when the decision to give ministerial status to the President of Zilla Parishad was taken. He was Chief Minister from 1963 to 1975, but Sudhakar Rao Naik's cabinet took the decision in 1973. Hence, statement D is incorrect.