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Law · Q1187

Code Of Criminal Procedure

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 1187

Q1187

A' was acquitted of the charge for voluntarily causing grievous hurt by throwing acid on 'X', as the victim did not support the police version about involvement of 'A' in the incident, though grievous hurt by acid was proved. 'X' seeks compensation from the Trial Court. The Trial Court may

A.
Dismiss the claim because the accused was acquitted
B.
Dismiss the claim because the victim turned hostile during trial
C.
Consider making recommendation to the State Legal Services Authority for compensation to victim
Answer
D.
Direct the accused to pay compensation to the victim on humanitarian grounds

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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