The vacancy of the office of the President must be filled within:

Options

A. 6 months
B. 12 months
C. 1 month
D. 3 months

Answer

A

Explanation

According to Article 56 of the Indian Constitution, the election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy.