Consider the following statements The president cannot be sued during the term of his office or ther...........

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Consider the following statements.

The president cannot be sued during the term of his office or thereafter, for any act done by him in the exercise and performance of his official powers and duties.
No criminal proceedings can be started against the president in respect of his personal acts nor can he be arrested or imprisoned during the term of his office or thereafter.

Which of the above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

None

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Explanation:

Statement 1: However, the official conduct of the president can be reviewed by a court, tribunal or any other body authorised by either House of Parliament to investigate charges for impeachment. Further, the aggrieved person can bring appropriate proceedings against the Union of India instead of the president and the state instead of the Governor of that state.

Statement 2: This immunity is limited to the period of the term of their office only and does not extend beyond that. However, civil proceedings can be started against them during their term of office in respect of their personal acts after giving two months’ advance notice