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Law · Q2156

Indian Penal Code

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Q2156

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
Answer
D.
No offence

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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