Correct option is B
Chapter XI of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 deals with 'Offences against public justice'. This chapter includes sections that address various offenses that obstruct or pervert the course of justice, including giving false evidence, fabricating false evidence, destruction of documents, and other acts that undermine the judicial process.
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Chapter XI: Entitled 'Of False Evidence and Offences Against Public Justice', it covers Sections 191 to 229.
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False Evidence: Includes perjury, or giving false testimony under oath (Sections 191-193).
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Fabricating Evidence: Covers creating false documents or objects with the intent to mislead the court or judicial proceedings (Sections 192-195).
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Obstructing Justice: Includes acts such as bribing or intimidating witnesses, destroying evidence, and escaping from custody (various sections within Chapter XI).
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Legal Importance: These provisions are crucial for maintaining the integrity and proper functioning of the judicial system.
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Punishments: The chapter prescribes specific punishments for each type of offense to deter individuals from compromising the administration of justice.
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Chapter XII (a): Deals with 'Offences relating to coins and government stamps' (Sections 230-263A).
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Chapter X (c): Covers 'Contempts of the lawful authority of public servants' (Sections 172-190).
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Chapter XIII (d): Deals with 'Offences relating to weights and measures' (Sections 264-267).
