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Question

In the absence of the President of India, if Vice-President is not available, who of the following can act as the President?

  1. Chief Justice of India
  2. Prime Minister
  3. Speaker of the Lok Sabha
  4. Atorney General of India

Answer:

Option A: Chief Justice of India

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Chief Justice of India”.

According to the Constitution of India, if both the President and Vice-President are unavailable, the Chief Justice of India acts as the President.