Powers:
1. The President appoints the leader of the majority party in the Lok Sabha as the Prime Minister. On the advice of the Prime Minister, he appoints the other Ministers.
2. The assent of the President is necessary for any Bill to become an Act.
3. The Supreme command of the Defense Forces is vested with the President. He has the power to declare war or peace.
4. The President has the power to appoint the Judges of the Supreme Court and the High Courts.
5. He has the power to grant pardon or confirm the punishment.
