Correct option is A
Sections 131 to 140 of the Indian Penal Code provide for the offenses relating to the Army, Navy and Air Force. These sections address various acts of mutiny, desertion, and other offenses by members of the armed forces.
Explanation:
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Sections 131 to 140: These sections specifically deal with offenses against the armed forces, including abetting mutiny, desertion, insubordination, and other acts that undermine military discipline and authority.
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Key Provisions:
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Section 131: Abetting mutiny, or attempting to seduce a soldier, sailor, or airman from his duty.
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Section 132: Punishment for mutiny.
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Section 133: Abetment of assault by soldier, sailor, or airman on his superior officer.
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Section 134: Abetment of such assault if the assault is committed.
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Section 135: Abetment of desertion of soldier, sailor, or airman.
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Section 136: Harboring a deserter.
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Section 137: Deserter concealed on board merchant vessel.
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Section 138: Abetment of act of insubordination by soldier, sailor, or airman.
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Section 139: Persons subject to certain acts.
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Section 140: Wearing garb or carrying token used by soldier, sailor, or airman.
Additional Information:
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Sections 124 to 129 (b): These sections deal with offenses related to the State, such as sedition, but not specifically related to the armed forces.
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Sections 171-A to 171-I (c): These sections pertain to election-related offenses and corrupt practices.
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Sections 165 to 171 (d): These sections deal with public servant bribery and corruption offenses.
