Which section of the CrPC provides for confirmation by the High Court of an order of death sentence passed by the Sessions Court prior to its execution?
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Section 366
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Section 368
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Section 369
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Section 365
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Option (1) is incorrect: Section 366 of the CrPC talks when sentence of death is to be submitted by the Court of Session for confirmation.
Option (2) is correct: Section 368 of the CrPC provides for power of the High Court to confirm sentence or annul conviction.
Option (3) is incorrect: Section 369 of the CrPC provides for confirmation or new sentence to be signed by two Judges.
Option (4) is incorrect: Section 365 of the CrPC provides for when the Court of Session is to send a copy of finding and sentence to the District Magistrate.