Power
- Pardon
- Commutation
- Remission
- Respite
- Reprieve
Meaning
- Temporary suspension of Punishment
- Substitution of one form of Punishment for a lighter form
- Completely absolves the convicts from all sentences
- Awarding a lesser sentence on special ground (pregnancy, illness etc.
- Reducing the period of sentence without changing its character
Correct Answers
1. Completely absolves the convicts from all sentences
2. Substitution of one form of Punishment for a lighter form
3. Reducing the period of sentence without changing its character
4. Awarding a lesser sentence on special ground (pregnancy, illness etc.
5. Temporary suspension of Punishment