This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Medical Jurisprudence, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Giving false evidence under oath is defined under section? 
Select and explain. 
A. 161 IPC, B. 171 IPC, C. 181 IPC, D. 191 IPC
D: 191 IPC
Answer: D: 191 IPC 
Explanation: Perjury: A witness who after taking an oath or making a solemn affirmation, willfully makes a false statement which he knows or believes to be the false (Sec. 191 IPC and Sec. 344 CrPC) is liable to be prosecuted for perjury under Sec. 193 IPC with imprisonment up to 7years and fine. Ref: Krishan Vij textbook of forensic medicine, 5th edition pg : 11