Q. With reference to the Prime Minister in Indian Polity, consider the following statements:
1. S/he advises the President regarding the summoning and proroguing of sessions of Parliament.
2. S/he has a duty to keep the President informed of the affairs related to Union administration.
3. S/he acts as the Supreme Commander of the armed forces.
How many of the above given statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Exp) Option b is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is correct: Among the various areas of his responsibilities, are the responsibilities of the PM towards the Parliament. He is the one who advises the President as to the dates on which the Parliament should be summoned, and when its sessions should be prorogued.
Statement 2 is correct: The Constitution (Article 78) envisages the PM as the channel which relays all the communication regarding various aspects of administration to the President.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The President acts as the supreme commander of all the 3 wings of Indian armed forces.
