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A person is compelled to join a gang of dacoits by reason of threat of being beaten. Which one of the following suggestions is correct in this case?

A. He is not liable for any offence

B. He is liable for the offence even though he joined the gang out of fear

C. He is not liable as there was instant fear of his death at the hands of dacoits

D. He will be liable for all dacoities committed by that gang

Answer: Option D


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