With reference to the oath of office of the President and the Vice-President, which of the following statements is correct?
(A) The President takes an oath to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution.

(B) The Vice-President takes an oath of allegiance and fidelity to the Constitution.

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Both (A) and (B)
Explanation:
• Statement (A) is correct: Under Article 60, the President’s oath specifically includes the commitment to "preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law."
• The President is the only constitutional authority who swears to "protect and defend" the document in this specific wording.
• Statement (B) is correct: Under Article 69, the Vice-President takes an oath to "bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of India."
• The Vice-President's oath focuses on fidelity (faithfulness) and the faithful discharge of duties.
• The President's oath is administered by the Chief Justice of India, whereas the Vice-President's oath is administered by the President of India.
Information Booster:
• The Vice-President acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
• In the absence of the President, the Vice-President discharges the functions of the President but must then follow the Presidential oath.