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A, a mentally disturbed person picks out revolver and point towards B and attempted to fire at B. B picks a flower pot and hits A causing grievous hurt to A:

A. B is liable for causing grievous hurt to A

B. B is not liable for causing grievous injury but simple hurt

C. B has acted in private defence, therefore he is not liable

D. Right of private defence is not available against a mentally disturbed person

Answer: Option C


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