Multiple choice

Match the following:

 
List I List II
A. Mens rea I. Always not necessary
B. Motive II. Condition precedent for any offence
C. Law presumes innocence III. Relevant to impute intention
D. Knowledge of the act to be unlawful IV. Until crime is proved beyond doubt

  1. A - I, B - II, C - IV, D - III

  2. A - II, B - III, C - IV, D - I

  3. A - IV, B - III, C - II, D - I

  4. A - II, B - I, C - III, D - IV

  5. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A motive is not an essential element for computing the liability for an offence. A motive behind the offence may be good or bad.

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