Article 20(1) protects against ex-post facto law. Ex-post facto law means
A. Law which imposes penalty retrospectively
B. Penalty is nullified
C. Penalty is enhanced with respect to the law in force
D. The accused is not benefited as it enhances the punishment
Answer: Option A
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