Pardoning Power of President

Pardoning Power of President:

Pardon: Completely absolves the convict from all guilt and punishment.

Reprieve: Temporary suspension of the sentence.

Respite: Awarding a lesser sentence on special ground e.g- pregnancy or old age.

Remission: Reducing the amount of sentence without changing its character.

Commutation: Substitution of one form a punishment for another form which is of a lighter character.

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Our Constitution provides similar power to Governor under Article 161.