Q. Which of the following statements regarding the executive powers of the President of India is/are correct?
1.All executive actions of the Government of India are taken in the name of the President.
2.The President can appoint an inter-state council.
3.The President can require the Prime Minister to place before the Council of Ministers a decision taken by dividual minister.an in
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:

  • All executive actions of the Government of India are formally taken in the name of the President (Article 77).
  • He can appoint an inter-state council to promote Centre-state and inter-state cooperation.
  • The President can ask the Prime Minister to place a matter before the Council of Ministers if a decision was taken by a minister individually without council discussion.

Source: Laxmikant

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