Question

Under which Article the President of India can pardon death sentence?

• A. Article 71
• B. Article 74
• C. Article 72
• D. Article 76

Hint:

Remember: Article 72 grants the President clemency powers, including pardoning a death sentence. Governor has similar powers under Article 161, but cannot pardon death sentences.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Article 72 of the Constitution of India empowers the President of India to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment. It also includes the power to suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence. Most importantly, this Article specifically includes the authority to pardon a death sentence, making it a crucial provision in capital punishment cases.
The scope of this article applies to:
- Cases where punishment is by a court-martial
- Offences against laws relating to matters to which the executive power of the Union extends
- Cases of death sentence