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X intending to kill Y by poisoning purchases poison and mixes the same with a glass of milk. He gives the glass to Z to serve it to Y. Z drinks the milk and dies. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context?

A. X commits no offence as Z drinks the milk voluntarily

B. X commits the offence of abetment of suicide by Z

C. X commits the offence of death by rash or negligent act

D. X commits the offence of murder

Answer: Option D


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