Explain the functions and powers of the President of India.
The President of India holds an important position in the Indian polity. Examine the functions and powers vested in the President as enshrined in the Constitution of India.
- The President of India is the head of state and holds a largely ceremonial post.
- The President appoints the Prime Minister, who is then responsible for forming the government.
- The President appoints the Council of Ministers on the advice of the Prime Minister.
- The President represents India in international relations and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
- The President has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, and respites to convicted individuals.
- The President has the power to summon, prorogue, and dissolve the Parliament and can address both Houses of Parliament.
- The President has the power to sign bills, ordinances, and other official documents.
- The President has the power to appoint various high-ranking officials, including judges of the Supreme Court and the Comptroller and Auditor General.
- The President has the power to declare a state of emergency if there is a threat to the security or integrity of the nation.
- The President also has the power to refer bills for reconsideration to the Parliament, seek information from the government, and exercise the power of veto.
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