Multiple choice

In which set of sections of the Indian Penal Code even death can be caused in exercise of right to private defence of person and property.

  1. Sections 100 and 101

  2. Sections 100 and 102

  3. Sections 100 and 103

  4. Sections 102 and 105
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Explanation

Section 100 of the IPC enumerates six situations where the right of private defence of the body extends to causing death, such as when assault causes reasonable apprehension of death or grievous hurt. Section 103 similarly lists four situations where the right of private defence of property extends to causing death, including robbery, dacoity, house-trespass, or mischief by fire. Together, these sections define when deadly force is permissible in private defence situations.

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