Q. What is the maximum period for which the Vice President can act as the President in case of vacancy in the the President's office?
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Correct Answer: (B)
6 months
Explanation: The Vice President of India can act as the President of India only for a period of 6 months. V.V. Giri became the acting President and remains the only person to have held office both as a President and Acting President.
Explanation by: Neelam Mittal
The Vice President of India can act as the President of India only for a period of 6 months. V.V. Giri became the acting President and remains the only person to have held office both as a President and Acting President.