Q853
Under which pardoning power of the President, one form of punishment is substituted by a lighter from?
A.
Commutation
AnswerB.
Remission
C.
Respite
D.
Reprieve
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Under Article-72, President is empowered to substitute one form of punishment with lighter one. It is called commutation of sentence.