Which of the following statements are correct regarding the benefits of the retired President of India?
A. The former President of India will also be entitled to a monthly pension of ₹2.5 lakh.
B. He/She is entitled to a secretarial staff comprising a private secretary, a personal assistant, an additional private secretary, two peons, and office expenses up to ₹1 lakh per annum.
C. He/She is also entitled to free highest-class travel anywhere in India, accompanied by one person, by rail, air, or steamer.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. A, B and C
- As per the President's Emoluments And Pension (Amendment) Act, 2008, all the former President of India will be entitled to a monthly pension of ₹ 2.5 lakh.
- A retired President is entitled to a secretarial staff comprising a private secretary, a personal assistant, an additional private secretary, two peons, and office expenses up to ₹ 1 lakh per annum.
- He is entitled to free highest-class travel anywhere in India, accompanied by one person, by rail, air, or steamer.
- He is also entitled to free medical attendance and treatment.
- A retired President will, for the rest of his or her life will be entitled to use of a furnished residence (including its maintenance) without the payment of rent, two telephones (one for internet and broadband connectivity), a car or allowance to avail a car and one mobile phone with national roaming facility.