GK Question

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Article 361 grants immunity to the President from criminal proceedings during their term of office, and no court can issue process for arrest or imprisonment of the ______.

  1. Prime Minister
  2. Vice President
  3. President
  4. Chief Justice

Answer: President

Article 361: President (and Governors) enjoy immunity: (a) no criminal proceedings during term, (b) no arrest/imprisonment, (c) civil proceedings allowed with 2-month notice. This ensures head of state can perform duties without harassment, but doesn't grant impunity post-tenure.

Topic President - Immunities
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