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2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following Bill against the witch-hunting is passed by Assam?
A
Prevention, Protection and Rehabilitation Bill, 2018
B
Prohibition, Prevention and Protection Bill, 2015
C
Protection of Women Against Violence Bill 2015
D
Prevention of Witch-hunting Bill, 2016
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Assam Witch Hunting(Prohibition, Prevention and Protection) Act, 2015.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is 2015. The Rajasthan Prevention of Witch-hunting Act, 2015 came into force in April 2015.

Detailed explanation-3: -A person claiming to have supernatural or magical powers to control or cure a witch can be punished with rigorous imprisonment from one to three years, with a fine not less than Rs 10, 000. A person who performs a ritual to free a woman from an evil spirit can face up to three years in prison.

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