arrow
arrow
arrow
Which of the following statements is NOT correct with reference to the election of the President of India?
Question

Which of the following statements is NOT correct with reference to the election of the President of India?

A.

He/She is indirectly elected by the elected MLAs and MPs.

B.

The president is elected for a period of five years.

C.

All doubts and disputes in connection with the President’s election can be inquired into and decided by both the Supreme Court and the High Courts.

D.

The election takes place in accordance with the principle of proportional representation.

Correct option is C

All doubts and disputes in connection with the President’s election can be inquired into and decided only by the Supreme Court of India. High Courts do not have jurisdiction in matters related to the President’s election. Thus, option (c) is not correct.
Related Constitutional Provisions:
 Article 54: Election of President
 Article 55: Manner of election of President.
 Article 56: Term of office of President
 Article 57: Eligibility for re-election
 Article 58: Qualifications for election as President

Free Tests

Free
Must Attempt

SSC GD PYP (Held on 4 Feb 2025 S1)

languageIcon English
  • pdpQsnIcon80 Questions
  • pdpsheetsIcon160 Marks
  • timerIcon60 Mins
languageIcon English
Free
Must Attempt

Hindi Section Test 1

languageIcon English
  • pdpQsnIcon20 Questions
  • pdpsheetsIcon40 Marks
  • timerIcon12 Mins
languageIcon English
Free
Must Attempt

SSC GD Constable Full Mock Test 1

languageIcon English
  • pdpQsnIcon80 Questions
  • pdpsheetsIcon160 Marks
  • timerIcon60 Mins
languageIcon English

Similar Questions

test-prime-package

Access ‘SSC CGL Tier I’ Mock Tests with

  • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
  • Unlimited Re-Attempts
  • Personalised Report Card
  • 500% Refund on Final Selection
  • Largest Community
students-icon
354k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
Our Plans
Monthsup-arrow