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Section 97 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 addresses kidnapping or abducting a child with intent…

Section 97 applies to kidnapping or abducting a child under ten with the intent to take movable property dishonestly from that child's person.

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Section 97 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 addresses kidnapping or abducting a child with intent to take movable property dishonestly from the child's person. What is the age threshold for this offence?

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Section 97 applies to kidnapping or abducting a child under ten with the intent to take movable property dishonestly from that child's person.

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Option A

The special offence applies when the child is under ten.

Option B

The specific age limit is lower than twelve.

Option C

The specific age limit is lower than fourteen.

Option D

The specific age limit is lower than sixteen.

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