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Union Executive

Who enforces India's laws — the President, the Vice-President, the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, helped by civil servants.

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What this chapter covers

  1. The President

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    • The Executive Branch and the PresidentEnforces laws made by the legislature.
    • Election and TerminationIndirectly elected for five years.
    • Powers of the PresidentAppoints PM, ministers, governors and judges.

  2. The Vice-President, Prime Minister and Council of Ministers

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    • The Vice-PresidentFive-year term; chairs the Rajya Sabha.
    • Position and Functions of the Prime MinisterReal head of the government.
    • Council of MinistersFormed after Lok Sabha elections.
    • Civil ServantsNon-political IAS, IFS, IPS officers.

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