Multiple choice

If a child is born within _____ days after the dissolution of a valid marriage, it is a conclusive proof of the legitimacy of the child.

  1. 270

  2. 275

  3. 280

  4. 285
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Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: No such provision of 270 days is there under Section 112 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Option (2) is incorrect: No such provision of 275 days is there under Section 112 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Option (3) is correct: Under Section 112 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, if a child is born within 280 days after the dissolution of a valid marriage, it is a conclusive proof of the legitimacy of the child. Option (4) is incorrect: No such provision of 285 days is there under Section 112 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. 

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