Multiple choice

What punishment may be awarded to the 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 the offence

  4. Depends upon the discretion of court

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Explanation

Correct Answer: No punishment Nothing is an offence which is done by a person who is or who by reason of a mistake of fact, and not by reason of a mistake of law, in good faith believes himself to be bound by law to do it.

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