Consider the following statements regarding the process and implications of a mercy plea in India:
1. The President is bound to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers while deciding on a mercy plea.
2. The exercise of mercy powers by the President is subject to judicial review.
3. A convict has to file a mercy petition within a period of seven days after the dismissal of the appeal by the Supreme Court.
4. The Constitution mentions the time frame within which the President must decide on a mercy plea.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1
1 and 2 only
2
1, 2, and 3 only
3
1, 3, and 4 only
4
2 and 4 only