Q: What are the pardoning powers of Governor ?

Ans: Pardoning powers of Governor are mentioned under Article 161 of Indian Constitution.  
The Governors have the same powers for the state that are contained by President i.e., Pardoning, Commutation, Remission, Respite and Reprive. 

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