Question
Consider the following statements:
1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.
2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer:
A
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. As per Article 77(3) of the Indian Constitution, the President has the power to make rules for the allocation and transaction of the government's business among the Ministers.
Statement 2 is incorrect. While the Prime Minister is the head of the government and exercises significant executive authority, executive actions of the Government of India are not required to be expressed in the name of the Prime Minister. They are taken on behalf of the President, who is the constitutional head of the state.