The President of India in his oath or affirmation swears
Before entering upon his office the President of India has to make and subscribe to an oath or affirmation. In this oath or affirmation he swears:
1. To faithfully execute the office
2. To preserve, protect and defend the constitution and the law
3. To devote himself to the service and wellbeing of the people of India.
Which one of the contents of the oath or affirmation given above is correct?
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
Answer: 1, 2 and 3
Every President and every person acting as President or discharging the functions of the President shall, before entering upon his office, make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of India or, in his absence, the senior most Judge of the Supreme Court available, an oath or affirmation. He/she swears
» to faithfully execute the office,
» to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law and
» to devote himself/herself to the service of the people of India.
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