WBCS.LIVE practice question

Under which Article can the Governor of a State grant pardons, reprieves, or remissions of punishment?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Article 72
  2. Article 161
  3. Article 213
  4. Article 123

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Article 161

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Article 161 šŸ“š Explanation: Article 161 empowers the Governor of a State to grant pardons and other forms of relief for offenses against any law relating to a matter to which the executive power of the State extends. This is similar to the President's power under Article 72, though the Governor cannot pardon a death sentence or interfere with a Court Martial. This judicial power ensures that the executive can correct legal errors or exercise mercy.