Which of the following statement correctly reflects the cardinal principle, 'Actus non facit reum nisi mens sit rea'?
A. Mens rea is an essential element of a crime and there cannot be a crime without mens rea
B. Criminal liability under Indian law always implies mens rea
C. To constitute a crime there must be actus reus and mens rea
D. Actus reus is not always necessary to constitute a crime
Answer: Option C
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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
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