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Culpable homicide means

A. Attempt to cause death

B. Causing death intentionally

C. Causing grievous injury

D. Causing injury which is likely to cause death

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

In the Indian Penal Code (IPC), culpable homicide refers to the act of causing death intentionally. It encompasses situations where a person intentionally causes the death of another individual, but without the premeditation or planning required for murder. Culpable homicide can include acts of manslaughter or other forms of unlawful killing where the intention to cause death is present. Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.

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  1. Batool Muraf
    Batool Muraf :
    2 months ago

    Causing injury which is likely to cause death

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Culpable homicide means

A. Attempt to cause death

B. Causing death intentionally

C. Causing grievous injury

D. Causing injury which is likely to cause death