Read this dialogue. Which argument do you agree with? Why?
Amit: Looking at the constitutional provisions, it seems that the President is only a rubber stamp.

Shama: The President appoints the Prime Minister. So, he must have the powers to remove the Prime Minister as well.

Rajesh: We don’t need a President. After the election, the Parliament can meet and elect a leader to be the Prime Minister.

Question

Read this dialogue. Which argument do you agree with? Why?
Amit: Looking at the constitutional provisions, it seems that the President is only a rubber stamp.

Shama: The President appoints the Prime Minister. So, he must have the powers to remove the Prime Minister as well.

Rajesh: We don’t need a President. After the election, the Parliament can meet and elect a leader to be the Prime Minister.

Philoid · Accepted Answer

The argument made by Amit is absolutely correct and I agree with him. Looking at the constitutional provisions, it seems that the President is only a rubber stamp this is because despite having several important and discretionary powers. Indian president post is not as lucrative and powerful as its western counterpart. The President is seen more as a Country’s representative head and is bound to act according to the advice given by the council of ministers. Even the Veto power of the President is restricted.