- Statement-I: The Union Executive is headed by the President of India. This is true as per Article 53(1) of the Constitution, which states that the executive power of the Union shall be vested in the President and shall be exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him in accordance with this Constitution. - Statement-II: There are no limitations on the power of the President. This is false. The President's powers are not absolute. The President is required to act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister (Article 74). The Constitution also provides for checks and balances, such as impeachment by Parliament, judicial review of Presidential actions, and the democratic process itself, which limit the President's powers.
Given below are two statements: Statement- I : The Union Executive is headed by the President of India. Statement-II : There arc no limitations on the power of the President. In the context of the above which are off the following is correct?
Asked in UPPSC Upper Mains 2012 · Topic: The President (Constitutional Position and Significance)
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