A is working in a field with a spade. The iron head of the spade files off and hits a person who dies

Option A: A cannot be prosecuted of any offence

Option B: A can be accused of murder

Option C: A can be accused of attempt to murder

Option D: A’s act is not an offence if it is found that he had taken proper caution

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

Sec 80 of IPC Accident in doing a lawful act. Nothing is an offence which is done by accident or misfortune and without any criminal intention or knowledge in the doing of a lawful act in a lawful manner by lawful means and with proper care and caution.

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