Multiple choice

The composition of an offence under Section 320 of the CrPC shall have the effect of

  1. conviction

  2. discharge

  3. acquittal

  4. defamation
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Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: It has an effect of acquittal, not conviction. Option (2) is incorrect: It has an effect of acquittal, not conviction. Option (3) is correct: Under Section 320(8) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, the composition of an offence under this section shall have the effect of acquittal of the accused with whom the offence has been compounded. Option (4) is incorrect: It has an effect of acquittal, not conviction.

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