The Indian Constitution, under Part V Chapter I, defines the President’s role, powers, qualifications, election, and removal process. The President is the formal head of the state, executive, legislature, and judiciary, with powers largely exercised through the Council of Ministers. Articles 52 to 62 detail every aspect of the President’s office.

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• President is India’s ceremonial head, Commander-in-Chief of Armed Forces
• Elected by Electoral College: MPs + elected MLAs of states/UTs with assemblies
• Term: 5 years; re-election allowed; continues till successor takes office
• Must be Indian citizen, 35+ years, LS-eligible, not hold profit office
• Takes oath to protect Constitution, law, and serve people
• Can be impeached by Parliament for constitutional violation
• Vacancy filled within 6 months; full term applies to new President
• Salary: ₹5 lakh/month + free residence, healthcare, allowances
• Powers: legislative, executive, judicial, financial, diplomatic, military, emergency, pardoning
• Can pardon or commute death sentences under Article 72