Question

'X' is the Supreme Commander of the defence forces. 'X' represents the entire nation. 'X' has a fixed tenure of 5 years.

Who is 'X'?

• A. President
• B. Prime Minister
• C. Vice President
• D. Member of Parliament

Answer 1

The correct option is A President

The President of India is the first citizen of India, and he/she is the Supreme Commander of the defence forces. The President of India represents the entire country. This is why he is elected by the Electoral College, a body consisting of elected members of the Union Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. The President has a fixed tenure of 5 years. The President has been given the responsibility of appointing the Chief of each arm of defence. All wars and declarations of peace are proclaimed in his name.