Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Polity and Indian Constitution

Question:

Which of the following qualification is not correct for being eligible as the President of India?

Options:

Should have completed the minimum age of 32 years

Should be a citizen of India.

Should be qualified for election as a member of the House of the People.

Must not hold any office of profit under the Government of India or the Government of any State or under any authority under government.

Correct Answer:

Should have completed the minimum age of 32 years

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Should have completed the minimum age of 32 years

As per Article 58 of the Constitution of India, the qualifications for being elected as the President of India are:

  1. Must be a citizen of India.

  2. Must have completed the age of 35 years.

  3. Must be qualified to be elected as a member of the Lok Sabha (House of the People).

  4. Must not hold any office of profit under the Government of India, State Government, or any local or other authority controlled by them (except certain exceptions like the President, Vice President, Governor, or Minister).