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    With which of the following does Article 72 of the Constitution of India deal?
    Question

    With which of the following does Article 72 of the Constitution of India deal?

    A.

    Pardoning power of the President

    B.

    Composition and jurisdiction of Supreme Court of India

    C.

    Appointment of Prime Minister

    D.

    Right to freedom of speech

    Correct option is A

    The correct answer is (A)   Pardoning power of the President

    Article 72 of the Indian Constitution grants the President of India the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment. The President can also suspend, remit, or commute sentences in specific cases. 

    1. Offenses under Union laws: Crimes punished under central government laws.
    2. Court-martial sentences: Punishments given by military courts.
    3. Death sentences: The President has the authority to pardon or reduce the punishment of a death sentence.

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    Appointment of Prime Minister

    Article 75 of the Indian Constitution deals with the appointment and responsibilities of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers. 

    1. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President of India. Other ministers are appointed on the advice of the Prime Minister.
    2. The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha (the lower house of Parliament).
    3. Ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President. However, they must have the confidence of the Lok Sabha to continue in office.
    4. Parliament decides the salaries and allowances of the Prime Minister and other ministers.

    Right to freedom of speech

    Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution guarantees the Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression to all citizens. This means every individual has the freedom to express their thoughts, opinions, and ideas freely through speech, writing, or any other medium.​

    Composition and jurisdiction of Supreme Court of India

    The composition and jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India are outlined in Articles 124 to 147.

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