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Whoever as per section 337-I, of P.P.C. causes hurt by mistake (khata) shall be liable _________________?

Correct answer: A. To arsh or daman specified for the kind of hurt caused

  • A. To arsh or daman specified for the kind of hurt caused
  • B. Imprisonment for six month
  • C. Imprisonment for one year
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Under section 337-I, hurt caused by mistake attracts the arsh or daman prescribed for that particular kind of hurt. The section does not impose a fixed six-month or one-year imprisonment as the stated liability.

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