Question

What does “respite” mean in terms of the powers granted to the President?

• A. In presence of a special circumstance, like physical disability, the President can award a lesser sentence than the one that was originally granted
• B. The President can substitute one harsher punishment with some lighter form, like changing a death sentence to a life sentence
• C. completely absolves the person from all types punishments and disqualifications
• D. The basic punishment remains the same but the duration is shortened

Answer 1

Answer:

A. In presence of a special circumstance, like physical disability, the President can award a lesser sentence than the one that was originally granted