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Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that 'The President shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his/her term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his/her office'?

  1. A
    Article 61
  2. B
    Article 56
  3. C
    Article 58
  4. D
    Article 50

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Article 56 of the Indian Constitution deals with the term of office of the President.
Article 56(1)(c) explicitly states that the President shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.

Article 61 details the procedure for the impeachment of the President.

Article 58 lists the qualifications required for election as President.

Article 50 directs the separation of the judiciary from the executive.

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Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that 'The President shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his/her term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his/her office'?
A
Article 61
B
Article 56
C
Article 58
D
Article 50

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