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?

1. A

   I only

   I only. The President’s pardon can be under limited judicial review. He does not act without the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.

2. B

   II only

   II only. II is false.

3. C

   Both I and II

   Both. II fails.

4. D

   Neither I nor II

   Neither. I holds.

Summary. Official Set A key is (a) I only. Maru Ram / Kehar Singh line: pardon is open to limited judicial review (I). Article 74: the President acts on Cabinet advice, including mercy petitions (II fails). I only.