Section 9 of IPC : Section 9: Number

IPC

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Explanation using Example

Imagine a law stating, "Whoever steals a book shall be punished." According to Section 9 of the Indian Penal Code, this law would also apply to someone who steals multiple books, not just a single book. The word 'book' in the singular includes the plural 'books', unless the law explicitly indicates otherwise.

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