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The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, has introduced a specific timeframe for the delivery of a judgment after the conclusion of arguments. What is that timeframe ?

  1. A
    Within 90 days, provided the reasons for delay are recorded
  2. B
    Within 30 days (extendable to 45 days)
  3. C
    Within 60 days from the date of reserving the order
  4. D
    Within a strict period of 15 days

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One of the central procedural additions under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 is the enforcement of strict, explicit timelines for various trial milestones. Under provisions such as Section 258 (Sessions Trial) and Section 392, a criminal court must deliver its final judgment within 30 days from the completion of arguments, which may be extended up to a maximum outer limit of 45 days provided written reasons for the delay are officially recorded.

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The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, has introduced a specific timeframe for the delivery of a judgment after the conclusion of arguments. What is that timeframe ?
A
Within 90 days, provided the reasons for delay are recorded
B
Within 30 days (extendable to 45 days)
C
Within 60 days from the date of reserving the order
D
Within a strict period of 15 days

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