SST *Governing ourselves*

Who can vote in the general elections?

Any Indian citizen who is 18 years old and above can vote in the general elections.

Who is eligible to contest the Lok Sabha Elections?

Any Indian citizen who is more than 25 years old can contest the Lok Sabha.

Coalition Government

Government formed by many political parties

Political Party

Group of people having common aims and ideas

What Provision has the Constitution made to govern the country properly?

The Constitution provides for a Central Government and State Governments.

The President

The President of India is the head of the country. The President is elected for a term of 5 years. The members of the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha and the State Legislative assemblies elect the President.

The Governor

The governor is the head of a state. He/she is elected by the President of India. The Governor is elected for a term of 5 years.

Who elects the President of India?

The members of the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha and the State Legislative assemblies elect the President.