Multiple choice

Compounding of offence under the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure results in the

  1. acquittal of the accused

  2. discharge of the accused

  3. acquittal of the accused only if the charges have been framed

  4. discharge of the accused only if the charges have been framed

  5. acquittal or discharge of the accused
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Explanation

Option (1) is correct: Under Section 320(8) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, the composition of an offence shall have the effect of an acquittal of the accused with whom the offence has been compounded.

Option (2) is incorrect: Discharge cannot be made under Section 320 because compounding is always after framing of charges.

Option (3) is incorrect: Acquittal is always after framing of charges and taking in consideration the evidences. Option (4) is incorrect: Discharge is always after framing of charges.

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