Who is the head of the Union Executive of the Government of India?

The correct answer is (C) The President

Explanation:
● The President of India is the head of the Union Executive as per the Constitution of India.
● All executive actions of the Government of India are taken in the name of the President.
● However, the real executive powers are exercised by the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers, who aid and advise the President.

Information Booster:
● Article 74 of the Constitution provides for a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President.
● Article 75 states that the Prime Minister is appointed by the President.

Additional Knowledge:
● The Prime Minister is the real executive authority, while the President is the nominal executive head.
● The Chief Justice of India heads the judiciary, not the executive.
● The Vice President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

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