SHORT ANSWER:
Article 53 of the Indian Constitution has been interpreted to mean that the President exercises executive power on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
DETAILS:
- Article 53 states that the executive power of the Union shall be vested in the President and shall be exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him.
- The Supreme Court has clarified that the President acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers as per Article 74.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Not applicable.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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