Practice and Revision - The Union Executive
Let us practise and revise what we learned about the union executive. The Union Executive, consisting of the President, Vice-President, and
Core concept
The President is the constitutional head of state, performing largely ceremonial functions while representing India's unity.
How it works
The Prime Minister, as head of government, leads the Council of Ministers and makes key decisions on governance and policy.
Why it matters
The Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister, includes Cabinet Ministers who oversee various government departments and ministries.
Key detail
The Union Executive works to implement laws passed by Parliament and manages the day-to-day administration of the country.
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• President: constitutional head of state.
• Performs largely ceremonial functions.
• Prime Minister: head of government.
• Leads Council of Ministers, makes key decisions.
• Council of Ministers: includes Cabinet Ministers.
• They oversee government departments.
• Union Executive implements laws.
• It manages day-to-day administration.