For the definition of abduction in section 138 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, who can be…
Section 138 defines abduction by compelling a person by force or inducing a person by deceitful means to go from a place. The definition imposes no age or sex restriction.…
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For the definition of abduction in section 138 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, who can be compelled by force or induced by deceit to go from a place?
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Correct answer D
Section 138 defines abduction by compelling a person by force or inducing a person by deceitful means to go from a place.
The definition imposes no age or sex restriction. Abduction can be an element of a separately punishable offence.
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Option A
Section 138 covers any person without limiting its scope to women.
Option B
The definition also covers adults.
Option C
The definition also covers people aged twelve and over.
Option D
The definition applies to any person. The means stated are force or deceit.
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