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Section 96 - Indian Penal Code, 1860

Indian Penal Code, 1860

96. Things done in private defense

Nothing is an offence which is done in the exercise of the right of private defense.

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Related Sections

  • Section 71: Limit of punishment of offence made up of several offences
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