Question

Which of the following section is designed to curb infanticide:

Which of the following section is designed to curb infanticide:

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Option A: Section 317 of the I.P.C.
Option B: Section 313 of the I.P.C.
Option C: Section 318 of the I.P.C.
Option D: Section 315 of the I.P.C.

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

Infanticide (or infant homicide) is the intentional killing of infant or offspring. Section 315 of Indian Penal Code, 1860 is designed to curb infanticide. Section 315 states that – Act done with intent to prevent child being born alive or to cause it to die after birth.

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