The correct answer is 1, 2, and 3. Key Points Executive powers of the President:- Executive action s of the Government of India are taken in the name of the President. Make rules and instructions along with the transaction of the business union government. Appoints Prime Minister and Attorney General of India who holds office during his pleasure. Hence statement 1 is correct. He appoints Comptroller and Auditor General, Chief Election Commissioner, another Election Commissioners, Chairman of UPSC, Governors of state Chairman and member of the finance committee. He can seek information relating to the administration of affairs of the union and proposals for legislation from the Prime Minister. Hence statement 2 is correct. He can require the PM to submit for the consideration of the council of minister any matter on which a decision has been taken by a Minister but which has not been considered by the Council. He can appoint an interstate Council to promote Centre-state relations. Hence statement 3 is correct. Appoint National Commission for SC and National Commission for ST and other backward classes. Indirectly administers the union territory to administrators. He can declare an area Scheduled Areas or tribal areas.​