Q. In the context of criminal justice, what does the term ‘remission’ refers to?
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[A] Temporary postponement of a sentence

[B] Reduction of the period of a sentence without changing its nature

[C] Substitution of a severe punishment with a lighter one

[D] Complete removal of both the sentence and the conviction

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation – Remission refers to the reduction of the period of a sentence without changing its nature. This means that the duration of the sentence is reduced, but the original nature of the sentence remains the same.

Source: The Times of India

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