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    Question

    Which of the following changes has BNSS, 2023 introduced

    with respect to mercy petitions in death sentence cases? 
    A Mercy petition can be filed only by the family of the convict. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B There is a strict time limit for filing mercy petitions. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C President is no longer involved in mercy petitions. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The Supreme Court directly decides all mercy petitions. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    BNSS introduces a fixed timeline for mercy petitions in capital punishment cases. After the rejection of the appeal or review by the Supreme Court, the convict has 30 days to file a mercy petition with the Governor or the President. This change is aimed at reducing undue delay in the execution of sentences and bringing certainty in the criminal justice process, especially in cases involving death penalty.

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