Question

The concept of "plea bargaining" is not applicable to the offence committed against

• A. A woman
• B. A child
• C. Both a & b
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Plea bargaining is excluded for serious offences, offences against women, children, and socio-economic offences.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Plea bargaining in India.
Introduced in CrPC (Chapter XXI-A), plea bargaining allows accused to plead guilty for lesser punishment in minor offences.

Step 2: Exceptions.
It is not applicable in:
- Offences against women.
- Offences against children below 14 years.
- Offences affecting socio-economic condition of the country.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Therefore, plea bargaining is not available in cases against women and children. Correct answer is (C).