Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Electoral College.
Explanation:
- The President of India is elected by an Electoral College as per Article 54 of the Indian Constitution.
- This Electoral College consists of:
- Elected members of both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha)
- Elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of States and Union Territories with Legislatures (like Delhi, Puducherry, and Jammu & Kashmir).
- Nominated members of Parliament and State Legislatures do not participate in the election.
Voting System
- Proportional representation through a single transferable vote.
- Preferential voting system where members rank candidates in order of preference.
- The candidate securing a majority of votes is elected as the President of India.
Information Booster:
Constitutional Provisions Relating to the Office of the President of India
Article | Description |
Article 52 | Establishes the office of the President of India. |
Article 53 | Vests the executive power of the Union in the President. |
Article 54 | Defines the electoral college for the President's election, consisting of elected members of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. |
Article 55 | Specifies the manner of election of the President. |
Article 56 | States that the President holds office for five years. |
Article 57 | Allows a President to seek re-election. |
Article 58 | Lists the qualifications required to become President. |
Article 59 | Specifies the conditions of the President’s office. |
Article 60 | Prescribes the oath of office for the President. |
Article 61 | Details the procedure for impeachment of the President. |
Article 62 | Covers provisions for the term, vacancy, and election in case of an unexpired term. |
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