Multiple choice

In the IPC, nothing is an offence when it is done by a child below

  1. 12 years of age

  2. above seven but below 12 years of age

  3. below 14 years of age

  4. None of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Section 82 of IPC provides that nothing is an offence done by a child under 7 years of age. Section 82 creates an absolute presumption of incapacity for children under 7. This is based on the principle that very young children lack the maturity to form criminal intent.

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