Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India empowers the President of India to pardon in case of punishment or sentence?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 3 i.e. Article 72.
- Article 72 of the Constitution of India deals with the authority vested in the President of India to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment, or to suspend, remit, or commute the sentence of individuals convicted of offenses.
- This article delineates the President's power in this matter and defines the circumstances under which such authority may be utilized.