An act resulting in death done with the knowledge of its very serious consequences does not by itself become murder under clause(4) of Section 300 Indian Penal Code, it must further be shown that:
A. The accused had some knowledge about the fact that it will cause death
B. Even though the accused knew about the consequences, he did the act without any excuse for incurring the risk of causing death
C. The accused had no valid excuse for the act done by him
D. His intention was to kill the victim as the victim had certain qualities which were against the norms of the society
Answer: Option B
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