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Q. With reference to the pardoning powers of the Governor, Consider the following statements:

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?


A
1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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Neither 1 nor 2
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Solution

The correct option is B 2 only

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: The Governor cannot pardon the death sentence even if the said sentence has been prescribed under the state law. However, he can suspend, remit or commute the death sentence by using these pardoning powers.
  • Statement 2 is correct: The Governor does not have the power to pardon the sentence inflicted by the court-martial on the convict.

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