Q. Consider the following statements regarding the powers and functions of the Prime Minister of India:
Statement I: The Prime Minister can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha to the President at any time.
Statement II: The Prime Minister is the constitutional head of the services and exercises command over them during emergencies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- The Prime Minister, as the leader of the Lok Sabha, can recommend dissolution of the House to the President at any time, especially in situations like loss of majority or early elections.
- The Prime Minister is described as the political head of the services, not the constitutional head. The President is the constitutional head and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces; the Prime Minister’s role is political and administrative.
Source: Laxmikant (Polity)
