A' and 'B' had been married for 10 years. 'A' the husband constantly physically abused his wife, 'B'. The injuries were such that she needed medical treatment. On March 18, 2018, 'A' inflicted an injury on B's hand, which had to it being fractured. In this context, which of the following statements is accurate:
A. Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code can be invoked against 'A'
B. Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code will not apply in this case since there was no demand for dowry
C. Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code will not apply, since this is an offence under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act
D. This is not a crime. It is ground for divorce under the relevant personal law
Answer: Option A
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Which of the following is an offence of continuing under Indian Penal Code, 1860?
A. Rape
B. Theft
C. Abetment
D. Abduction
Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation attracts a punishment of
A. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 3 years but which may extend to 5 years and fine
B. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine
C. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 2 years but which may extend to 5 years and fine
D. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 2 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine
Against whom among the following, the offence of abduction is committed?
A. Woman
B. Child below the age of 18 years
C. Child below the age of 12 years
D. Any person
A. Attempt to cause death
B. Causing death intentionally
C. Causing grievous injury
D. Causing injury which is likely to cause death
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