Which of the following is a judicial function of the executive?
A
Passing bills
B
Protecting legislative privileges
C
Impeachment
D
Granting reprieve to persons who have been sentenced to death
Correct Option:
D
Explanation
The executive exercises constitutional clemency powers. Under Article 72, the President can grant pardons, reprieves, respites, remissions, or commutations in specified cases, including sentences of death.