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Law · Q2509

Indian Penal Code

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 2509

Q2509

Y picks X's pocket. Next day, X while buying 'paan' near his office finds Y paying money from X's purse. X catches hold of Y and tries to take back his purse. Y resists. X twists Y's arm with such force that it is broken. X is charged with causing hurt to Y. X can

A.
Say that he was acting under right of private defence of property
B.
Not raise the plea of right of private defence since he had time to seek the help of public authorities
Answer
C.
Say that his right of private defence was revived as soon as he saw Y with his purse
D.
Say that he did not use more force than was required

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
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