Which of the following immunity/immunities is/are covered under Article 361? 1. The President or the Governor is not answerable to any court the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of office. 2. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the President or the Governor in any court during his term office. 3. No process for the arrest or imprisonment of the President or Governor shall be issued from any court during his term of office. How many of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: The President of India and the Governor of States enjoy the following immunities (Article 361):

The President or the Governor is not answerable to any court the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of office.
No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the President or the Governor in any court during his term office.
No process for the arrest or imprisonment of the President or Governor shall be issued from any court during his term of office.

Source: Laxmikanth

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