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By which of the following Article the Prime Minister has to furnish such information relating to the…

Article 78 of the Constitution of India prescribes the duties of the Prime Minister as respects the furnishing of information to the President: (a) to communicate to the…

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By which of the following Article the Prime Minister has to furnish such information relating to the administration of the affairs of the union and proposals for legislation as the President may call for?

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Article 78 of the Constitution of India prescribes the duties of the Prime Minister as respects the furnishing of information to the President: (a) to communicate to the President all decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the Union and proposals for legislation; (b) to furnish such information relating to the administration of the affairs of the Union and proposals for legislation as the President may call for; and (c) if the President so requires, to submit for the consideration of the Council of Ministers any matter on which a decision has been taken by a Minister but which has not been considered by the Council. Hence, 'Article 78' is correct.

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Option A

Correct. Under 'Article 78' (specifically clause (b)), it is the constitutional duty of the Prime Minister to furnish such information relating to the administration of the affairs of the Union and proposals for legislation as the President may call for.

Option B

Incorrect. 'Article 77' deals with the conduct of business of the Government of India (all executive action of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the President).

Option C

Incorrect. 'Article 76' provides for the appointment, duties, and rights of the Attorney-General for India.

Option D

Incorrect. 'Article 75' deals with other provisions as to Ministers, including the appointment of the Prime Minister and other Ministers, collective responsibility to the House of the People, and oaths of office.

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