1.
Which Article of the Constitution of India gives powers of grant of Pardon to the Governor of a State?
A
Article 61
B
Article 74
C
Article 159
D
Article 161
E
None of the above
View Answer
Correct Answer: D — Article 161
Explanation:
Article 161 of the Constitution of India grants the Governor of a State the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment, and to suspend, remit, or commute sentences for offences against laws relating to matters within the state's executive power. This is similar to the President's pardon power under Article 72 but limited to the state level, and is exercised by the Governor on the advice of the state government.