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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 43

SSC CHSL - 19th October 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q43

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Who acts as the President during a casual vacancy that arises due to the death of the President?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Vice-President.

 

  • The Vice-President to act as President or to discharge his functions during casual vacancies in the office, or during the absence, of President.

  • In the event of the occurrence of any vacancy in the office of the President by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise, the Vice-President shall act as President until the date on which a new President is elected in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter to fill such vacancy enters upon his office.