- The death sentences of eight Indians in Qatar, who were former Indian Navy personnel working with the private company Al Dahra, have been commuted.
- The Ministry of External Affairs released a statement acknowledging the verdict of the Court of Appeal of Qatar in the Dahra Global case, where the sentences were reduced.
- The Indian Ambassador to Qatar and other officials, along with family members, were present in the Court of Appeal.
- Due to the confidential and sensitive nature of the case proceedings, the Ministry refrained from making further comments at this time.
- The eight individuals were initially sentenced to death by a Qatari court for alleged espionage in August 2023.
Q: What was the initial charge against the eight Indians in Qatar sentenced to death in Aug 2023?
- a) Murder
- b) Espionage
- c) Theft
- d) Fraud
Ans : b) Espionage
