Q. Which among the following is not a judicial power of the President?

[A] He appoints the Chief Justice and the judges of Supreme Court and high courts.

[B] He can seek advice from the Supreme Court on any question of law.

[C] He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament.

[D] He can grant pardon to the death sentence of any person.

Answer: C
Notes:

Exp) Option c is the correct answer

The judicial powers and functions of the President are:

Statement a is correct. He appoints the Chief Justice and the judges of Supreme Court and high courts. Statement b is correct. He can seek advice from the Supreme Court on any question of law or fact. However, the advice tendered by the Supreme Court is not binding on the President.

Statement d is correct. He can grant pardon, reprieve, respite and remission of punishment, or suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence:

Statement c is incorrect. President deciding on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Election Commission is the legislative power of President.

Blog
Academy
Community