Question
Who conducts oath of office to the President of India?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 2: The Chief Justice
Detailed Solution
The correct answer is the Chief Justice.
Oath for the Office of President
Before taking office, the President must take an oath in which he/she swears to
- to faithfully execute the office;
- to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law;
- to devote himself to the service and well-being of the people of India.
Oath of the President of India is conducted by Chief Justice of India and in his/her absence any other senior-most judge of the Supreme Court conducts the oath.
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