With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements : I. The Governor of a State is not answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his/her office. II. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the Governor during his/her term of office. III. Members of a State Legislature are not liable to any proceedings in any court in respect of anything said within the House. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- AI and II only
- BII and III only
- CI and III only
- DI, II and IIICorrect
Explanation
All three statements about constitutional immunity and privileges are correct:
I. Governor not answerable to any court for exercise of powers and duties: Correct. Article 361 provides that the Governor enjoys immunity from any criminal proceedings and cannot be called to answer in any court for the exercise and performance of powers and duties of office.
II. No criminal proceedings against Governor during term of office: Correct. Article 361 specifically states that no criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the Governor during their term of office.
III. State Legislature members not liable for proceedings regarding speech within House: Correct. Article 194 provides parliamentary privileges to state legislature members, including immunity from court proceedings for anything said or any vote given within the legislature.
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