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In which one among the following cases, the right of private defence to the extent of causing death is available?

A. A was making an attempt to kill B when one of B's friend killed A to save B

B. A was scolding B in most vulgar and filthy language on a public road B in consequence killed A

C. A was stealing brinjals from the orchard of B. When B tried to apprehend, A tried to run away. B chased him a little and shot him dead

D. A was taking B's cow to cattle pound for eating A's crop. B on seeing this kills A

Answer: Option A


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