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Q: According to Article 361 of the Constitution of India, a criminal proceeding cannot be instituted in a court against the –––––––– during his term of office.
  • A. Governor
  • B. Vice-President
  • C. Prime Minister
  • D. Chief Minister
Correct Answer: Option A - The article 361 of the Indian Constitution gives protection to the President and Governor with respect to their performing of duties. So according to this no any criminal proceeding may be carried out against President or Governor in any court during their term of office.
A. The article 361 of the Indian Constitution gives protection to the President and Governor with respect to their performing of duties. So according to this no any criminal proceeding may be carried out against President or Governor in any court during their term of office.

Explanations:

The article 361 of the Indian Constitution gives protection to the President and Governor with respect to their performing of duties. So according to this no any criminal proceeding may be carried out against President or Governor in any court during their term of office.