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Whoever commits rape, whall be punished with death or imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than _________ years or more than _________ years and shall also be liable to fine?

Correct answer: A. Ten, twenty five

  • A. Ten, twenty five
  • B. Seven, twenty five
  • C. Ten, fourteen
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 376 PPC provides death or imprisonment of either description for ten to twenty-five years, together with fine, for the stated rape offence. The figures seven to twenty-five and ten to fourteen do not match this provision.

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