Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Vice-President of India:
1.The office of the Vice-President of India is modelled on the lines of the American Vice-President.
2.In case of a vacancy in the office of the President of India, the Vice-President assumes the office and continues for the unexpired term.
Which of the above statements are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Answer:  A

  • The Indian Constitution has modelled the office of the Vice-President on that of the Vice-President of the United States.
  • Like in the U.S., the Indian Vice-President is also the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament).
  • In India, the Indian Vice-President does not assume the office of the President when it falls vacant for the unexpired term. He merely serves as an acting President until the new President assumes charge.

Source: Laxmikant

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