Consider the following statements with reference to the President of India.
- 1. Article 53 of the Constitution of India mentions that the executive power of the Union shall be vested in the President.
- 2. The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
- 3. Article 60 of the Constitution of India mentions the procedure for impeachment of the President.
Which of the statement/statements given above is/are correct?
- AOnly 1
- B1 and 2 only
- C1, 2 and 3
- D2 and 3 only
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: (b) 1 and 2 only
Explanation
Statements with reference to the President—
- 1. Article 53 of the Constitution of India states that the executive power of the Union shall be vested in the President.
- 2. The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he or she enters upon the office.
- 3. The procedure for impeachment of the President is in Article 61, not Article 60.
Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct and statement 3 is incorrect.