Multiple choice

Who holds the office of the President if neither the President nor the Vice President is available?

  1. Prime Minister

  2. Chief Justice of India

  3. Speaker of Lok Sabha

  4. None
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B Correct answer
Explanation

According to Article 65(2) of the Indian Constitution, if both President and Vice-President offices are vacant, the Chief Justice of India acts as President. This is a temporary arrangement until a new President is elected. The Prime Minister has no constitutional provision to take over presidential duties. The Speaker has no role in this.

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