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    Question

    According to Section 78, which of the following is NOT a

    valid defence against the charge of stalking?
    A The accused was trying to prevent a crime Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The act was done to comply with a legal condition Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The woman gave prior written consent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The conduct was reasonable and justified in the circumstances Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The man was entrusted with crime detection by the state Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The proviso to Section 78(1) lists three valid defences: (i) Preventing or detecting crime by a person entrusted with such responsibility, (ii) Action under law, (iii) Reasonable and justified conduct. Consent is not mentioned as a defence to stalking under this section.┬а

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