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Which provision of Cr.P.C from the following deals with double Jeopardy ?

Correct answer: B. Section 403, Cr.P.C

  • A. Section 402, Cr.P.C
  • B. Section 403, Cr.P.C
  • C. Section 404, Cr.P.C
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Section 403 Cr.P.C. embodies the protection against double jeopardy by restricting a second trial for the same offence after conviction or acquittal, subject to its exceptions. Sections 402 and 404 concern other procedural matters.

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