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X' with the intention of causing 'Z's death gave him a severe blow on his head. 'Z' became unconscious. 'X' believing 'Z' to be dead and with a view to fabricate the evidence throws him (Z) into a pond. It was found that 'Z' died because of drowning. 'X' is guilty of-

A. Attempt to commit murder

B. Committing murder

C. Committing culpable homicide not amounting to murder

D. No offence

Answer: Option C


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