Consider the following statements: 1. The international treaties and agreements are negotiated and concluded on behalf of the President. 2. The President is the supreme commander of the defense forces of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: The international treaties and agreements are negotiated and concluded on behalf of the President.

He is the supreme commander of the defense forces of India.
In that capacity, he appoints the chiefs of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force.
He can declare war or conclude peace, subject to the approval of Parliament.

Source: Laxmikanth’s Polity