Which of the following statements about the Union Executive is correct?
- The President of India is elected indirectly through an electoral college.
- The Prime Minister serves as the de facto executive head of the Union.
- The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the President.
- The President can dismiss the Prime Minister without the approval of Parliament
1
1 and 2 only
2
1, 2, and 3 only
3
2 and 4 only
4
1, 3, and 4 only