Who is in charge of India?

India is a parliamentary democracy, and the President serves as the head of state, while the Prime Minister is the head of government. As of October 2023, Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister, leading the executive branch and representing the ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The Parliament of India, consisting of the Lok Sabha (House of the People) and the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), plays a crucial role in governance and legislation.