456Commutation of sentence of death on pregnant woman
Section 456 · Chapter XXXIV · Death sentences
If a woman sentenced to death is found to be pregnant, the High Court shall commute the sentence to imprisonment for life.
Chapter XXXIV · Execution, Suspension, Remission and Commutation of Sentences
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