Article 60 of the Indian Constitution refers to: (1) Election of the President of India (2) Oath of the President (3) Impeachment of the President (4) Vice President of India

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(2) Oath of the President Explanation: Article 60 of the Indian Constitution deals with the oath of the President. It states that every President shall, before entering upon his office, make and subscribe an oath or affirmation in the presence of the Chief Justice of India or, in his absence, the senior most Judge of the Supreme Court available.

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Last Answer : (2) The Chief Justice of India Explanation: The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of India (or in his absence, the senior-most Judge of the Supreme Court), an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution.

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