What is the minimum age required to contest the Presidential election in India?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 35.
To contest the Presidential election in India, a candidate must be a citizen of India and have completed at least 35 years of age.
This requirement is mandated under Article 58 of the Indian Constitution. Additionally, the candidate must be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha (House of the People) and must not hold any office of profit under the Government of India, any State Government, or any local authority.