A hangman who hangs the prisoners pursuant to the order of court is exempted from Cr. liability by virtue of
Verified Answer
A. Section 78 I.P.C.
B. Section 79 I.P.C.
C. Section 76 I.P.C.
D. Section 77 I.P.C.
Explanation:
Section 78 of the Indian Penal Code states: 'Nothing which is done in pursuance of, or which is warranted by the judgment or order of a Court of Justice; if done whilst such judgment or order remains in force, is an offence, notwithstanding the Court may have had no jurisdiction to issue such judgment or order, provided the person doing the act in good faith believes that the Court had such jurisdiction.' A hangman acts in pursuance of a court order, thus falling under this exemption.