Section 36 BNS limits the right of private defence in which circumstances?
- A
Only when the threat comes from a government building
- B
Where there is time to seek protection of public authorities, and against acts of public servants acting in good faith under colour of their office
- C
Only in cases involving property, not bodily harm
- D
Only when the accused has previously committed an offence
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Correct answer: B. Where there is time to seek protection of public authorities, and against acts of public servants acting in good faith under colour of their office
The passage states: 'Section 36 BNS...is not available where there is time to seek the protection of public authorities, and it cannot be exercised against acts of public servants acting in good faith under colour of their office.'
Source note: BNS 2023 Sections 34-44 / Deo Narain v. State of UP / James Martin v. State of Kerala