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SECTION 96 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Things done in private defence
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 96 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 96 of the Indian Penal Code states that no offense is committed when a person acts in self-defense or in the defense of others.
Section 96: The section defines a general right to private defense, which states that anyone has the right defend themselves and others against acts that cause a reasonable fear for death or serious bodily injury, or that attempt to commit thefts, robberies, mischief or criminal trespass.
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