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Section 365A, of P.P.C. provides punishment of death or imprisonment for life in case for________________?

Correct answer: C. Both A and B

  • A. Kidnapping for extorting property, valuable security.
  • B. Abduction and kidnapping for extorting property
  • C. Both A and B
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 365-A PPC applies where a person is kidnapped or abducted to extort property, valuable security, or anything of value, and prescribes death or imprisonment for life. Both listed descriptions point to this extortion-based kidnapping or abduction offence.

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