Question

A hangman who hangs the prisoner in pursuant to the order of the Court is exempted from criminal liability by virtue of which section of IPC?

Option A: Section 77

Option B: Section 76

Option C: Section 79

Option D: Section 78

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

Section 78 of Indian Penal Code states that all the actions taken in accordance with the judgment passed by the court will not be considered an offence. It is only possible If the judgment/Order must remain in force during that time & the court has the power to pass the order in that jurisdiction.

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