Consider the following statements with reference to the power of the Prime Minister in relation to Parliament.
1. Prime minister advises the President for summoning and proroguing of sessions of the Parliament.
2. Prime minister announces the policies of the government on the floor of the House.
3. Prime minister advises the President with regard to the appointment of important officials like the attorney general of India, CAG, chairman and members of UPSC, and so on.
4. Prime minister is the principal channel of communication between the President and the council of ministers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1
1 and 3 only
2
1 and 2 only
3
1, 2, and 3 only
4
1, 2, 3, and 4