With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements:The Governor of a State is no

Question

With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements: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.No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the Governor during his/her term of office.Members of a State Legislature are not liable to any proceedings in any court in respect of anything said within the HouseWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

I. The Governor of a State is not answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of their office. Under Article 361(1) of the Constitution, the Governor enjoys personal immunity from judicial scrutiny for official acts. This ensures the Governor can discharge constitutional duties without fear of personal litigation. However, actions of the government remain open to judicial review. Hence statement I is correct. II. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the Governor during their term of office. Article 361(2) provides absolute immunity to the Governor from criminal proceedings while in office. This safeguard preserves the dignity and uninterrupted functioning of the constitutional post. Hence statement II is correct. III. Members of a State Legislature are not liable to any proceedings in any court in respect of anything said within the House. Article 194(2) grants members of State Legislatures complete freedom of speech within the House and its committees. This protection ensures legislators can speak and vote without fear of legal consequences, fostering uninhibited legislative debate.Hence statement III is correct.