Which one of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution deals with the tenure of the President?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Article 56.

Key Points

Article 56 of the Indian Constitution deals with the tenure of the President.
As per Article 56, the President of India holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
The President can resign from his office by writing to the Vice-President.
The President may, however, continue to hold office beyond the term until his successor assumes charge.
The President can also be removed from office for violation of the Constitution by impeachment.

Additional Information

Article 53
- Article 53 of the Indian Constitution deals with the executive power of the Union and states that it shall be vested in the President.
- The executive power shall be exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him in accordance with the Constitution.
Article 55
- Article 55 deals with the manner of election of the President.
- It states that the President shall be elected by the members of an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both Houses of Parliament and the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of States.
Article 52
- Article 52 states that there shall be a President of India.