01 Who is considered the real executive head of India?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Prime Minister
Explanation: In India, the President is the constitutional head of the State, but the Prime Minister leads the real executive as the head of the Council of Ministers. The President normally acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers. Therefore, the Prime Minister is the correct answer. The Chief Justice of India heads the judiciary, not the executive. Exam tip: Distinguish between the constitutional head and the real executive head.