Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for the manner of election…

Concept

The Constitution separates the existence of a constitutional office, eligibility for that office, and the procedure used to elect its holder into different Articles. To answer an Article-identification question, match the precise function named in the stem—here, the manner or procedure of election—to the Article that expressly regulates that function.

Application

Article 55 is headed “Manner of election of President.” It explains how uniformity in the scale of representation is secured, how the value of votes is calculated, and that the election uses proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote with secret ballot.

Contrast

• Article 58 deals with qualifications for election as President.

• Article 63 establishes the office of the Vice-President.

• Article 52 establishes the office of the President.

Result

Therefore, the constitutional provision for the manner of election of the President is Article 55.