President is the head of state from "summary" of Constitution of India by Fali S. Nariman
The President of India is the head of state, a position envisaged under the Constitution of India. The President represents the nation in both domestic and international affairs. The President's role is ceremonial in nature, embodying the unity and integrity of the nation. The President is the highest constitutional authority in India, with powers and duties defined by the Constitution. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature, and judiciary. The President's powers are limited by the Constitution, which establishes a system of checks and balances to prevent abuse of power. The President's role includes appointing the Prime Minister and other high officials, summoning and proroguing sessions of Parliament, and promulgating ordinances when Parliament is not in session. The President also has the...
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