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A child is considered to be doli-capax when he is:

A. Below 7 years of age

B. Above 7 years but below 12 years of age

C. Above 5 years of age

D. Above 6 years of age

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

In the context of the Indian Penal Code, a child is considered doli-capax when they are above 7 years but below 12 years of age. The term "doli-capax" refers to a child's ability to understand the nature and consequences of their actions, and therefore, to be held responsible for criminal conduct. According to Indian law, children below the age of 7 are considered incapable of committing a crime (doli-incapax) because they lack the necessary maturity and understanding. However, children above 7 years but under 12 may be considered capable of committing a crime if it can be proven that they had the sufficient maturity to understand the nature and implications of their actions.

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  1. Shreya Chopra
    Shreya Chopra:
    2 years ago

    The child below age 7 is doli incapax and above 7 but below 12 id doli capax

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