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Q · President of India medium · 45s
Can the President grant pardon?
TopicPresident of India
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Under Articles 72 and 161, the President can grant pardon, reprieve, respites or remission of punishment in certain cases.
Final Answer: Option B - Yes, in certain cases