Principle: Nothing is an offence which is done at the time when the accused is unsound and he is not aware of consequences of his action that his act is wrong or contrary to law
Fact: Surendra received divine orders in his sleep at night to sacrifice his one-year-old child and then he will go to heaven after dying. He carries out the order and kills his son. He is
A. Guilty of murder
B. Not guilty of any offence since it was the order of God
C. Can plead unsoundess of mind as a defense and he should not be charged for murder
D. Cannot be held liable for murdering his own child
Answer: Option A
This Question Belongs to Law >> Indian Penal Code
Which of the following is an offence of continuing under Indian Penal Code, 1860?
A. Rape
B. Theft
C. Abetment
D. Abduction
Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation attracts a punishment of
A. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 3 years but which may extend to 5 years and fine
B. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine
C. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 2 years but which may extend to 5 years and fine
D. Imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than 2 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine
Against whom among the following, the offence of abduction is committed?
A. Woman
B. Child below the age of 18 years
C. Child below the age of 12 years
D. Any person
A. Attempt to cause death
B. Causing death intentionally
C. Causing grievous injury
D. Causing injury which is likely to cause death
Join The Discussion