Multiple choice

Consider the following statements regarding the immunity enjoyed by the President in respect of his/her personal acts, during his/her tenure.

  1. He/She is immune from any civil proceedings against him/her.
  2. But after giving 2 month notice, criminal proceedings can be instituted against him/her.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The immunity enjoyed by the President in respect of his/her personal acts, during his/her tenure is an exception to the fundamental right to equality (of treatment in similar circumstances and absence of any special privilege in favour of any individual) as mentioned in Article 14 of the Indian Constitution. The President of India is immune from any criminal proceedings against him/her. But after giving 2 month notice, civil proceedings can be instituted against him/her. 

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