2021 · Q93
Which one of the following powers has not been conferred on the President of India?
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- AAppointment of Prime Minister
- BTo decide at his/her discretion any question regarding disqualification of a Member of the Parliament
- CTo grant pardon to a person who has been punished by a court martial
- DTo remove a Judge of the High Court
Explanation
Under Article 103, a question regarding the disqualification of a Member of Parliament is decided by the President only on the opinion of the Election Commission — it is not left to his or her discretion. The appointment of the Prime Minister, pardon of court-martial sentences, and removal of High Court judges are all powers conferred on the President. Hence deciding disqualification at discretion is the power not conferred.