How does the Indian Constitution define the powers of the President of India
Discuss the constitutional powers and duties of the President of India
- The President is the head of the state and holds the power to appoint the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.
- The President has the power to address the Parliament and summon or dissolve the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament).
- The President can also issue ordinances when the Parliament is not in session, under specific circumstances mentioned in the Constitution.
- The President has the power to appoint various officials, such as governors, judges, and ambassadors, in consultation with other officials.
- The President has the authority to grant pardons, decrease sentences, and commute death sentences, in some cases.
- The President is the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces and can take action during war and emergencies.
- The President can also declare a national emergency, impose President's Rule in a state, and perform other duties as prescribed by the Constitution.
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