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Indian Polity & Constitution›Ch 3: Union Government›The President of India
Election, Qualifications, Term, Impeachment and Emoluments
The President is the executive head of the Union, elected by an electoral college under Article 54, and can be removed only through impeachment under Article 61.
Memory Hooks
| Parameter | Article / Detail | Key Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Election | Article 54 | Electoral College |
| Term | Article 56 | 5 Years from joining |
| Impeachment | Article 61 | Violation of Constitution |
Article 54
(Electoral College)
Electoral College
Elected MPs and MLAs vote.
Article 58
(Qualifications)
Qualifications
Citizen, 35 years, Lok Sabha eligible.
Article 60
(Oath of Office)
Oath of Office
Administered by Chief Justice of India.
Article 61
(Impeachment Process)
Impeachment Process
Initiated in either house of Parliament.
Nominated members can vote in electionOnly elected members vote in election
Nominated members of Parliament and State Assemblies do not vote in presidential elections.
Impeachment can start in State AssembliesImpeachment can start only in Parliament
State legislatures have no role in the impeachment process of the President.
President takes oath before Prime MinisterOath administered by Chief Justice of India
The oath is administered by the CJI, not the Prime Minister.
Q1.Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?
Q2.Who participates in the electoral college for the election of the President?