Sessions of Parliament (summon/prorogue): In consultation with whom does the President convene and prorogue sessions of Parliament? Understand the role of aid and advice in India’s parliamentary system. Choose the correct advising authority.

What is being asked? Who advises the President on summoning and proroguing sessions of Parliament.

Concept/Approach
Under the Cabinet system, the President acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. The Speaker presides over the House but does not advise on summoning/prorogation.

Step-by-step reasoning
• Council of Ministers → constitutional advisors.• Prime Minister → principal channel of advice to the President.

Final Answer
The Prime Minister