Consider the following statements with regard to pardoning power of the President of India : I. The exercise of this power by the President can be subjected to limited judicial review. II. The President can exercise this power without the advice of the Central Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

UPSC Prelims 2025 Question:

Consider the following statements with regard to pardoning power of the President of India : 

I. The exercise of this power by the President can be subjected to limited judicial review. 

II. The President can exercise this power without the advice of the Central Government. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

  • A. I only
  • B. II only
  • C. Both I and II
  • D. Neither I nor II
Correct Answer: Option A