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Section ___________ of P.P.C. deals with punishment for false accusation of fornication ?

Correct answer: B. 496C

  • A. 496B
  • B. 496C
  • C. 496D
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 496C PPC punishes a person who makes a false accusation of fornication. Section 496B deals with fornication itself, so 496C is the relevant provision.

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