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Which of the following persons has/have the right to file an appeal under Section 413 of the Bharatiya…

The proviso to Section 413 BNSS (formerly s.372 CrPC) gives a victim a right of appeal against acquittal. Section 2(1)(y) BNSS (formerly s.2(wa) CrPC) defines victim to…

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Which of the following persons has/have the right to file an appeal under Section 413 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 against an order of acquittal?

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The proviso to Section 413 BNSS (formerly s.372 CrPC) gives a victim a right of appeal against acquittal. Section 2(1)(y) BNSS (formerly s.2(wa) CrPC) defines victim to include the person's guardian or legal heir. Reading the two provisions together therefore covers each of the three listed persons.

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