Chapter 3 CIVICS : The Union Executive — Online MCQ Test
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What is the minimum age required to contest for the post of President of India?
- A. 25 years
- B. 30 years
- C. 35 years
- D. 40 years
Answer: C. 35 years
According to Article 58, a candidate must have completed 35 years of age to be eligible for the office of the President.
According to Article 58, a candidate must have completed 35 years of age to be eligible for the office of the President.
The President of India is elected by:
- A. Direct election by the people
- B. An electoral college consisting of elected members of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies
- C. The Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers
- D. The Chief Justice of India
Answer: B. An electoral college consisting of elected members of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies
The President is elected by an indirect election through an electoral college as per Article 54.
The President is elected by an indirect election through an electoral college as per Article 54.
Which of the following members are excluded from the Electoral College of the President?
- A. Elected members of Lok Sabha
- B. Elected members of Rajya Sabha
- C. Nominated members of Parliament
- D. Elected members of Legislative Assemblies
Answer: C. Nominated members of Parliament
Nominated members of either House of Parliament are not eligible to vote in the Presidential election.
Nominated members of either House of Parliament are not eligible to vote in the Presidential election.
Why is the election of the President of India considered 'indirect'?
- A. Because the citizens vote for the candidates who then elect the President.
- B. Because the President is appointed by the Prime Minister.
- C. Because voters do not choose the President directly; their representatives do.
- D. Because the Supreme Court monitors the entire process.
Answer: C. Because voters do not choose the President directly; their representatives do.
Direct election would require the whole country to vote, but here, the public's elected representatives cast the votes.
Direct election would require the whole country to vote, but here, the public's elected representatives cast the votes.
Which constitutional amendment ensures that the advice of the Council of Ministers is binding on the President?
- A. 42nd Amendment
- B. 44th Amendment
- C. 52nd Amendment
- D. 61st Amendment
Answer: A. 42nd Amendment
The 42nd Amendment (1976) explicitly made it mandatory for the President to act in accordance with the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.
The 42nd Amendment (1976) explicitly made it mandatory for the President to act in accordance with the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.