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Consider the following statements about Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code It defines sedition as...........

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    Consider the following statements about Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code

    1. It defines sedition as an attempt to bring hatred or disaffection against the Government established by law in India.
    2. It makes sedition an offence punishable with life imprisonment.

    Select the correct statement.

    1 only

    Incorrect Answer

    2 only

    Incorrect Answer

    Both

    Correct Answer

    None

    Incorrect Answer
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    Explanation:

    Both statements are correct.

    • Sedition, as the Section 124A of Indian Penal Code defines is an attempt to bring hatred or contempt, or disaffection against the Government established by law in India. This can be done by words, signs, or any kind of visible representation.
    • It further makes sedition a punishable offence that shall be punished with imprisonment for life, to which a fine may be added; or, with imprisonment which may extend to three years, to which a fine may be added; or, with fine.

    Hence option 3rd is correct.

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