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Under Section 90 of the Pakistan Penal Code, consent is not valid when it is given under:

Correct answer: B. Fear of injury or misconception of fact known to the accused

  • A. Ordinary financial pressure without any threat
  • B. Fear of injury or misconception of fact known to the accused
  • C. A request made by a close relative of the accused
  • D. A disagreement about the likely social consequences

Explanation

Consent obtained through fear of injury or misconception of fact is legally ineffective when the accused knows of that fear or misconception. Mere financial pressure or family involvement does not automatically invalidate consent under this provision.

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