Which article of Indian constitution is related to the election of the President of India?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) Article 54

Explanation:

• Article 54 of the Indian Constitution deals with the election of the President of India.

• It states that the President is elected by an electoral college consisting of:

  • Elected members of both Houses of Parliament, and

  • Elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the States (including Union Territories with Assemblies).

Information Booster:

• The election is conducted by the Election Commission of India.

• The voting follows the proportional representation system by single transferable vote.

• The value of each MLA and MP’s vote is calculated differently to maintain federal balance.

• The President’s term is 5 years (Article 56).

• Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India, elected in 1952.

Additional Knowledge:

• (a) Article 70: Deals with the discharge of President’s functions in other contingencies.

• (b) Article 65: Relates to the Vice President’s role when the office of President is vacant.

• (d) Article 75: Pertains to the appointment and tenure of the Council of Ministers (including the Prime Minister).