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A person aggrieved by the order of acquittal passed by any court, other than a High Court, may, within_______ days, file an appeal to the High Court?

Correct answer: B. Thirty days

  • A. Twenty days
  • B. Thirty days
  • C. Forty days
  • D. Sixty days

Explanation

Under section 417 Cr.P.C., an aggrieved person may appeal an acquittal by a court other than the High Court to the High Court within thirty days. The longer periods listed do not apply to this specific provision.

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