UPSC Prelims 2025 · Question 89 of 100
UPSC Prelims 2025 question on Governor Immunity Article 361
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?
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Answer: D. I, II and III
Verdict
Correct statements: I, II and III → Option (d).
Statement by statement
Statement I – CORRECT: Article 361 grants immunity to Governors.
Statement II – CORRECT: Criminal proceedings cannot continue during tenure.
Statement III – CORRECT: Article 194 grants legislative privilege.