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Elections to the Offices of President and Vice President

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

President is elected by an electoral college comprising MPs and MLAs (Article 54). Each vote’s value is based on state population, ensuring federal balance. Vice President is chosen by MPs alone (Article 66). Voting is through proportional representation with a single transferable vote. Constitutional provisions ensure these offices represent national consensus. Eligibility requires Indian citizenship, 35+ years of age, and no profit-of-office. Disputes are decided by the Supreme Court. The Vice President also chairs the Rajya Sabha. Understanding these elections clarifies how top constitutional positions are filled via indirect democracy, reflecting the Union’s and states’ collective will.

Practice Questions

आपातकाल की स्थिति में राज्य सरकारों के अधिकार किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?

भारतीय सर्वोच्च न्यायालय का गठन किस आधार पर हुआ?

न्यायिक समीक्षा मुख्यतः किन के खिलाफ की जाती है?

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty?

Which of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy in India?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?

राज्य के अधिकारों की सीमा किसके द्वारा निर्धारित की जाती है?

Who among the following is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India?

What is the maximum number of members in the Rajya Sabha?