Q1. Describe the Role, Powers and functions of President of India.
- President is India's constitutional head (nominal executive) under Article 53.
- President acts on 'aid and advice' of Council of Ministers (Article 74).
- Executive powers include appointing PM, ministers, judges, and high officials.
- Legislative powers involve summoning Parliament, assenting to bills, and promulgating ordinances (Article 123).
Answer: The President of India holds a pivotal position as the constitutional head of the Union Executive, embodying the nation's sovereignty and unity. As per Article 53 of the Indian Constitution, all executive powers of the Union are formally vested in the President. However, the President is primarily a nominal or titular head, bound by the 'aid and advice' of the Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister, as stipulated in Article 74. **Role of the President** The President's role is mul...