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In the absence of the President who has to perform Presidential functions?

  1. A
    Vice - President
  2. B
    Governor
  3. C
    Prime Minister
  4. D
    Chief Justice of India

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According to Article 65 of the Indian Constitution, if a vacancy occurs due to death, resignation, or removal of the President, or during their absence, the Vice-President acts as the President until a new President resumes charge. If the Vice-President is also unavailable, the Chief Justice of India discharges these functions.

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In the absence of the President who has to perform Presidential functions?
A
Vice - President
B
Governor
C
Prime Minister
D
Chief Justice of India

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