Choose the correct one-word substitution for: “An official, general forgiveness declared by the State.”

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1. **Amnesty** means a formal, general pardon given by the state.
2. **Parole** is release from prison under conditions, not a general pardon.
3. **Clemency** is mercy or leniency, but not specifically a formal general pardon.
4. **Remission** is reduction or cancellation of a debt or penalty, not the official general pardon.
5. The best one-word match for an official general pardon by the state is **Amnesty**.
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