Multiple choice

Directions: Given below is a statement of facts of a case. Following the statement are a few principles of law are given in the form of certain propositions. Apply the principles to the facts of the case and encircle the most reasonable answer out of the alternatives given:

Facts: Ravi was walking on a lonely road. Mariyan came with a knife and said to Ravi, “Your life or your purse”. Ravi pulled out his revolver. On seeing it, Maniyan ran. Ravi shot Maniyan in his legs.

Principles: I. Any person may use reasonable force in order to protect his property or person. II. However, the force employed must be proportionate to eh apprehended danger.

  1. Ravi will not be punished as there was danger to his property.

  2. Ravi will not be punished as the force he used was proportionate to the apprehended injury.

  3. Ravi will be punished as the force employed was disproportionate to the apprehended injury.

  4. As Maniyan ran to escape there was no longer a threat to Ravi's property. So Ravi will be punished.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Principle II states that force must be proportionate to apprehended danger. When Maniyan ran away, the threat to Ravi's property ended. By shooting a fleeing person, Ravi used disproportionate force - the threat had ceased when he fired. D is correct because the force was employed after the danger had passed, making Ravi liable for punishment.

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