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An act or omission made punishable by any law for the time being in force is called an____________?

Correct answer: A. Offence

  • A. Offence
  • B. Illegal Act
  • C. None of the above
  • D. None of above

Explanation

The statutory definition of an offence is an act or omission made punishable by a law currently in force. Thus, an offence may arise from either conduct or legally punishable failure to act.

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