Multiple choice

Who is/are not exempted from intra-territorial jurisdiction of the Indian Penal Code?

  1. The President of India and the governor of states

  2. Public

  3. Foreign sovereigns and ambassadors

  4. Alien enemies

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Section 2 of the Indian Penal Code states that every person shall be punished, who commits an offence, within India. Section 2 mentions “every person” within India. However, there are certain persons exempted from the jurisdiction of Criminal Courts. These persons are given certain rights, privileges, etc.   Such persons are: (a) Foreign sovereigns (b) Ambassadors (c) Alien enemies (d) Warships (e) President and governors (f) Foreign army