Q. With reference to the powers of the Prime Minister in relation to the President, consider the following statements:
1.The Prime Minister is obliged to act as the main channel of communication between the President and the Council of Ministers.
2.The Prime Minister has no advisory role in the appointment of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and the Chairman of the UPSC.
Which of the statements given above is/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:

Explanation:

  • Article 78 of the Indian Constitution obligates the Prime Minister to act as the chief channel of communication between the President and the Council of Ministers. The PM must:
    • Communicate decisions of the Council of Ministers,
    • Provide information as required by the President,
    • Submit issues for Council consideration if the President so demands.
  • The Prime Minister does advise the President in the appointment of key constitutional functionaries such as the Attorney General of India, Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), Chairman and members of the UPSC, Election Commissioners, and Chairman and members of the Finance Commission.

Source: Laxmikant

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