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X' with intention of murdering 'Z', instigates 'Y', a child below 7 years, to do an act which causes 'Z's death. 'Y' in the absence of 'X' in consequence of abetment does the act and thereby causes 'Z's death. Now

A. Y' is liable for murder and 'X' is liable for abetment

B. Y' is not liable. for murder being legally incapable, but 'X' is liable for abetment

C. 'X' and 'Y' both are liable for murder

D. X' and 'Y' both liable for criminal conspiracy to murder of 'Z'

Answer: Option B


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