Multiple choice

A and B agree to fence with each other for amusement. A, while playing fairly, hurts B. Which of the following is/are true in context of the given situation?

  1. A is liable for voluntarily causing hurt.

  2. A is liable for assault.

  3. A has committed no offence.

  4. A is liable to compensate B.

  5. Both (2) and (4)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: A has not caused voluntary hurt. Option (2) is incorrect: A is not liable to assault. Option (3) is correct: A has committed no offence. This agreement implies the consent of each to suffer any harm in course of fencing. Option (4) is incorrect: A is not liable to compensate B. 

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