The Presidential Electoral Process and the Federal Architecture of the Indian Constitution: A Critical Examination Introduction The office of the President of India, as established by the Constitution, represents the formal head of state in a parliamentary system of government. While the President exercises powers largely on the aid and advice of the Council of … Continue reading How does the electoral process for the President of India reflect the federal character of the Indian Constitution, and what are its implications for the balance of power between the Union and the States within the framework of parliamentary democracy?