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Which one of the following Sections of I.P.C. applies the maxim, "Ignorance of law is no excuse"?
Question

Which one of the following Sections of I.P.C. applies the maxim, "Ignorance of law is no excuse"?

A.

Section 77

B.

Section 78

C.

Section 79

D.

None of the above

Correct option is C


Section 79 of the IPC embodies the legal maxim "Ignorance of law is no excuse." It states that nothing is an offense which is done by any person who is justified by law or who, by reason of a mistake of fact and not of law, in good faith believes himself to be justified by law in doing it.
Information Booster This principle ensures that individuals cannot escape liability for unlawful acts by claiming ignorance of the law. Everyone is presumed to know the law and must act accordingly.
Additional Knowledge
· Section 77 IPC: Provides immunity to Judges from criminal liability for actions taken in their judicial capacity.
· Section 78 IPC: Extends this immunity to officers acting in accordance with the judgment or order of a Court.

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