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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 31

SSC GD Constable (English) - 24 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q31

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What is the minimum age requirement to be elected as President of India

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 35 years

  • According to Article 58 of the Constitution, no person shall be eligible for election as President unless he is a citizen of India.
  • That person must have completed the age of thirty-five years.

  •  Also, He should be qualified for election as a member of the House of the People.

  • 1st President of Indepedent India was Dr. Rajendra Prasad.

  • Current President of India is Draupadi Murmu.