Constitution of India · Section Article 78
Duties of Prime Minister as respects the furnishing of information to the President, etc
Article 78 — Duties of Prime Minister as respects the furnishing of information to the President, etc
- Duties of Prime Minister as respects the furnishing of information to the President, etc.—It shall be the duty of the Prime Minister—
- (a) to communicate to the President all decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the Union and proposals for legislation;
- (b) to furnish such information relating to the administration of the affairs of the Union and proposals for legislation as the President may call for; and
- (c) if the President so requires, to submit for the consideration of the Council of Ministers any matter on which a decision has been taken by a Minister but which has not been considered by the Council. CHAPTER II.—PARLIAMENT General
Plain English Summary
This article states that the Prime Minister has a duty to keep the President informed about all decisions made by the Council of Ministers regarding the country's administration and new laws being proposed. It also requires the Prime Minister to provide any specific information the President asks for.
Key Points
- The Prime Minister must inform the President about all decisions made by the Council of Ministers concerning the Union's affairs and legislative proposals.
- The Prime Minister must supply information requested by the President regarding the administration and legislation.
- If the President asks, the Prime Minister must submit any matter where a Minister has made a decision but the full Council has not yet discussed it.
Why It Matters
This article ensures that the President is kept fully aware of the government's actions and policy decisions, ensuring transparency in how the country is managed and laws are made.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.