The pardoning powers of the President (Article 72) and Governor (Article 161) include Reprieve, Respite, Remission, and Commutation. Reprieve is a stay of execution of a sentence. Respite is awarding a lesser sentence due to special circumstances. Remission is reducing the amount/period of sentence without changing its character. Commutation is substituting a heavier punishment with a lighter one.
Match the following : a. Re‐ Reduce the amount of sentence I. prieve without changing its character Substitute one form of punishb. Respite II. ment for other of a lighter character c. Remis‐ III. Awarding lesser sentence sion d. Com‐ IV. A stay of execution of sentence mutation
Asked in APSC CCE Prelims Exam 2018 · Topic: The President (Judicial Powers (including Pardoning Power))
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