Multiple choice

What punishment may be awarded to a person whose act is covered under general exceptions?

  1. No punishment

  2. Half of the punishment prescribed for that offence

  3. One-fourth of the punishment prescribed for that offence

  4. Depends upon the discretion of the court

  5. Any of the above
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Explanation

General exceptions indicate the absence of mens rea element in the act of commission of an offence. When a person is accused of any offence, the burden of bringing the case within general exceptions lies on that accused person. If the case is proved, then no punishment shall be awarded in such a case.

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