A Vice President can act as President for a maximum period of how long?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 6 months
Explanation:
. According to Article 62(2) of the Indian Constitution, an election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation, or removal must be held within six months.
. During this period, the Vice President acts as the President as per Article 65. . Therefore, the Vice President can hold the office of President for a maximum period of 6 months.
. While acting as President, the Vice President enjoys all the powers, immunities, and privileges of the President.
. The Vice President also receives the salary and allowances of the President during this tenure.
Information Booster:
. If the offices of both the President and Vice President are vacant, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) acts as the President. . Justice M. Hidayatullah is the only CJI to have acted as the President of India.
Additional Knowledge: 3 months (Option a)
. This is not the limit for the Vice President acting as President; however, a minister who is not a member of Parliament can hold office for a maximum of 6 months (not 3).
12 months (Option c)
. There is no constitutional provision that allows an acting President to serve for a full year without an election.
1 month (Option d)
. The election process usually takes longer, and the Constitution specifically provides a six-month window to ensure stability.