X, a jailor, has the charge of Z, a prisoner. X, intending to cause Z's death, illegally omits to supply Z with food; in consequence of which Z is much reduced in strength, but the starvation is not sufficient to cause his death. X is dismissed from his office, and Y succeeds him. Y, without collusion or co-operation with X, illegally omits to supply Z with food, knowing that he is likely thereby to cause Z's death. Z dies of hunger. What will be position under Indian Penal Code, 1860?
A. X and Y are guilty of Murder
B. X is guilty of an attempt to commit Murder
C. Y is guilty of an attempt to commit Murder
D. Y is guilty of an attempt to commit culpable homicide
E. None of these
Answer: Option B

Join The Discussion