Q. The President’s seat can be left vacant for how much duration?
Answer: 6 Months
Notes: According to Article 62 of Indian constitution, an election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal should be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy. The article adds that this election should be completed before the expiration of the term.