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Option 3 : 3 only

The correct answer is 3 only.

  • The Indian President is the head of the state and he is also called the first citizen of India.
  • He is a part of the Union Executive, provisions of which are dealt with in Articles 52-78 including articles related to the President (Article 52-62).
  • He is the first citizen of India and is a symbol of the solidarity, unity, and integrity of the nation.

Election of President

  • There is no direct election for the Indian President.
  • An electoral college elects him.
  • The electoral college responsible for President’s elections comprises elected members of:
    • Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
    • Legislative Assemblies of the states (Legislative Councils have no role)
    • Legislative Assemblies of the Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry 
  • The following group of people is not involved in electing the President of India:
    • Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha
    • Nominated Members of State Legislative Assemblies
    • Members of Legislative Councils (Both elected and nominated) in bicameral legislatures
    • Nominated Members of union territories of Delhi and Puducherry
  • Once President is elected, he holds office for five years.
  • He can also be re-elected and there is no cap on his re-election.
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