Question

Which section is a key to the chapter, 'General-exceptions' and, thus in a way, controls the code?

• A. Section 6 of IPC
• B. Section 8 of IPC
• C. Section 9 of IPC
• D. Section 10 of IPC

Hint:

Section 6 ensures general exceptions like mistake, accident, or insanity apply to all IPC offenses unless specified otherwise.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Section 6 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, states that every definition and provision in the IPC is subject to the general exceptions in Chapter IV (Sections 76–106). It acts as a key to the chapter by making these exceptions applicable across the code. Thus, the correct answer is: \[ {\text{Section 6 of IPC}} \]