Question

In our political system the head of the state exercises only nominal powers. Evaluate the statement and mention any three situation which president only uses his discretion?

Answer 1

the president is the head of the state exercise only nominal powers all govermental activities take place in the name of the president while the real executive power is exercised by the council of ministers.

Answer 2

Answer:

The President is the head of the State, exercises only nominal powers : All governmental activities take place in the name of the President while the real executive power is exercised by the Council of Ministers. The President is bound to act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.? The President exercises certain powers on his discretion : When no party or coalition gets a majority in the Lok Sabha, the President exercises her discretion. The President appoints a leader who in her opinion can muster majority support in the Lok Sabha. The President can ask the newly appointed Prime Minister to prove majority support in the Lok Sabha within a specified time. He can send messages to the Parliament and can ask the Council of Ministers to reconsider the advice tendered to him.