Question 1

Which Article of the Indian Constitution states that there shall be a President of India?

Accepted Answer

Article 52. Article 52 explicitly states that there shall be a President of India. This article establishes the office of the President as the head of the state. It is the first article in Part V (The Union) of the Constitution.

Question 2

The Electoral College for the President's election does NOT include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Nominated members of Rajya Sabha. Nominated members of both Houses of Parliament do not participate in the Presidential election. Only elected members of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies vote. This ensures the President is chosen by elected representatives.

Question 3

What is the minimum age required to contest for the office of the President of India?

Accepted Answer

35 years. A candidate must be at least 35 years of age to be eligible for the Presidency. This is specified under Article 58 of the Constitution. The same age requirement applies to the Vice-President.

Question 4

Who administers the oath of office to the President of India?

Accepted Answer

Chief Justice of India. The oath to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India. In their absence, the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court performs this duty. This is mandated by Article 60.

Question 5

Which Article deals with the procedure for the impeachment of the President?

Accepted Answer

Article 61. Article 61 outlines the procedure for the impeachment of the President. The only ground for impeachment is the 'violation of the Constitution'. No Indian President has been impeached so far.

President & VP — Set 1