The High Court (Agra) Act 1866, 24 of 1866, (Rep., Act 10 of 1877)

Section 13. On every trial of an European British subject under this Act, the Jury shall consist of twelve perso

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13. On every trial of an European British subject under this Act, the Jury shall consist of twelve persons, and unanimity or a majority of not less than nine with the concurrence of the presiding Judge, shall be necessary for a verdict of guilty. In default of such unanimity or of such majority and concurrence, the prisoner shall be acquitted.

Source: India Code