What The Presidency Means: A Comparative Study Between India And The United States

Sonakshi Gopi, School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University)

ABSTRACT

This research paper titled “WHAT THE PRESIDENCY MEANS - A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN INDIA AND THE UNITED STATES” examines the Executive structures in India and America. By conducting a comparative analysis of the relevant constitutional provisions, the paper will lay down the scope of power wielded by the Indian and American Presidents. The main parameters for comparison between the two offices are as follows:

1. The Doctrine of Separation of Powers

2. Qualifications

3. Manner of election

4. Term of office

5. Impeachment

6. Immunities

Scope of powers:

a) Legislative

b) Executive c) Judicial d) Militaristic

e) Emergency

Keywords: President of the United States of America, President of India, Constitution of the United States of America, Constitution of India, Comparative analysis.