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Section______ of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 deals with presumption of proof against accused?

Correct answer: B. 27-A

  • A. 27
  • B. 27-A
  • C. 28
  • D. None of above

Explanation

The presumption provision is section 27-A, which creates a statutory presumption against the accused in the circumstances specified by the Act. Section 27 alone is therefore not the correct citation.

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