Question

With reference to the Presidential election in India, consider the following statements:
$1$. The nomination paper of a candidate for the Presidential election should be signed by at least $50$ electors as proposers and another $50$ as seconders
$2$. The prescribed security deposit in the Presidential election is Rs.$25,000$
Which of these statements is/are correct?

• A. $1$ only
• B. $2$ only
• C. Both $1$ and $2$
• D. Neither $1$ not $2$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$1$ only

The nomination of a candidate for election to the office of President must be signed by at least 50 electors as proposers and 50 electors as seconders. Every such candidate has to make a security deposit of Rs. 15,000 in the Reserve Bank of India.