Consider the following: 1. He should be a citizen of India. 2. He should have completed 35 years of age. 3. He should be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha. Which of the above is a essential qualification to be eligible for election as President? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 3 only

[D] 1,2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

According to Article 58(1)(a) of the Constitution of India, a person must be a citizen of India to be eligible for election as the President.
As per Article 58(1)(b), the person must have completed the age of 35 years.
The person must be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha, not the Rajya Sabha. This is stated in Article 58(1)(c) of the Constitution.

Source: Laxmikant

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.