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Section 471, of P.P.C. deals with__________________?

Correct answer: A. Using as genuine a forged document

  • A. Using as genuine a forged document
  • B. Using of public records fraudulently
  • C. None of above
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 471 punishes using a forged document or electronic record as genuine, while knowing or having reason to believe it is forged. It is the use of the forgery, not merely its creation, that section 471 addresses.

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