SHORT ANSWER:
Article 53 of the Indian Constitution grants the President the power to exercise executive authority of the Union.
DETAILS:
- The President can exercise this power either directly or through officers subordinate to him.
- The President acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; this is a constitutional provision.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 53
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