The Union Executive
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To become President of India, a candidate must: (1) Be a citizen of India, (2) Have completed 35 years of age, (3) Be qualified for election as a member of Lok Sabha but not be a member, (4) Not hold …
Who forms the Electoral College for the President of India?
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The Electoral College consists of: (1) Elected members of Legislative Assemblies of all states, including Union Territories of Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, and Puducherry, and (2) Elected members of both H…
How is the voting power of MLAs calculated in Presidential elections?
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The voting power of each MLA is calculated using the formula: (Total Population of State ÷ Total number of elected MLAs) ÷ 1000. For example, if a state has 10,000,000 population and 250 elected MLAs,…
What is the Single Transferable Vote system used in Presidential elections?
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In the Single Transferable Vote system, voters mark preferences (1, 2, 3, 4...) on the ballot. First preference votes are counted first. If no candidate gets absolute majority (50%+), the candidate wi…
Why is the President elected indirectly rather than by direct popular vote?
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Indirect election ensures: (1) President doesn't become a rival power center to the Prime Minister, maintaining parliamentary system, (2) Represents voice of both states and union, (3) Free from corru…
What are the three ways the President's office can become vacant?
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The President's office becomes vacant through: (1) Death - Vice-President immediately takes over as acting President, (2) Resignation - President writes to Vice-President who informs Lok Sabha Speaker…
Describe the impeachment process for the President of India.
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Impeachment requires: (1) Either House initiates charges with 14 days notice signed by 1/4th members, (2) Resolution passed by 2/3rd majority of total membership, (3) Other House investigates the char…
List the key appointments made by the President under Executive Powers.
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President appoints: (1) Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, (2) State Governors, (3) Lt. Governors of Union Territories, (4) Chief Justice and Judges of Supreme Court and High Courts, (5) Attorne…
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