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When two or more persons by fighting in a public place disturb the public peace they are said to commit _____________?

Correct answer: C. Affray

  • A. Public nuisance
  • B. Rioting
  • C. Affray
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Affray occurs when two or more persons fight in a public place and thereby disturb the public peace. Rioting requires force or violence by an unlawful assembly, which is a different offence.

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