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The previous sexual experience of a prosecutrix in a case of rape where the question of consent is an issue:

A. Can be used to impeach the credit worthiness of the prosecutrix, under Section 155 of the Indian Evidence Act

B. Is irrelevant

C. Is relevant, only if the accused is a person known to the prosecutrix

D. Is relevant to prove consent

Answer: Option B


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