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1

Section 21 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita incorporates which doctrinal test?

A

Absolute immunity to minors under 12
B

Presumption of incapacity subject to proof of maturity
C

Irrebuttable presumption of incapacity between 7–12
D

Strict liability irrespective of age

2

Under Section 21, the burden to prove sufficient maturity of understanding lies on:

A

The accused child
B

The guardian
C

The prosecution
D

The court suo motu

3

A child aged 11 commits theft after elaborate planning. Liability will depend primarily upon:

A

Nature of property stolen
B

Proof of mischievous disposition
C

Proof of sufficient maturity of understanding
D

Value of property involved

4

Section 22 embodies which classical defence?

A

Mistake of fact
B

Insanity
C

Private defence
D

Necessity

5

Legal insanity under Section 22 is determined by:

A

Medical diagnosis alone
B

Inability to distinguish moral wrong
C

Incapacity to know nature of act or that it is wrong/contrary to law
D

Temporary emotional disturbance