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A swimmer, standing alongside of a swimming pool, watches a child of five years drowning in the pool. He shouts for help but does not do anything to rescue the child. The swimmer is-

A. Guilty of criminal neglect

B. Liable for non-performance of fundamental duty

C. Liable under civil law for payment of compensation

D. Not guilty at all

Answer: Option D


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