Question

Why is the prime minister of India considered to be the true leader of India, while the president of India is considered to be the ceremonial head of state?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Constitution envisions a scheme of affairs in which the president of India is the head of state; in terms of Article 53 with office of the prime minister being the head of Council of Ministers to assist and advise the president in the discharge of his/her constitutional functions.