GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

RTI ACT 2005

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
If a person gives shelter to an absconder from law, what is the offence committed by him?
A
Perjury
B
Harbour
C
Misdemeanour
D
Larceny
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -212. Harbouring offender.-Whenever an offence has been committed, whoever harbours or conceals a person whom he knows or has reason to believe to be the offender, with the intention of screening him from legal punishment; if a capital offence.

Detailed explanation-2: -82. Proclamation for person absconding.

Detailed explanation-3: –shall, if the offence is punishable with death, be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years, and shall also be liable to fine; if punishable with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment.

Detailed explanation-4: -174. Police to enquire and report on suicide, etc.

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