Question

Which of the following statements correctly reflects the holding of the seven-judge Bench in Samsher Singh
v. State of Punjab regarding the exercise of the President's functions?

A The President must act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers, save in spheres where the Constitution expressly requires him to act in his own discretion
B The President is not bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers while exercising the pardoning power under Article 72
C The President has absolute personal discretion in all matters except the appointment of the Prime Minister
D The President must act on the personal advice of the Prime Minister in all matters, including the appointment of judges
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