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X, with intent to murder Y, instigates his six year old servant A, to do an act which will cause death of Y. A does the act, but in the absence of X. The act of A resulted in the death of Y

A. A is liable

B. X is liable and is subject to the punishment of death

C. Either A or B

D. None of the above

Answer: Option B


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