Question

    “Doli incapax” is a word used

    for?
    A Act of god Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A person of unsound mind Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C A child under 7 years of age. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A child under 12 years of age. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 82 IPC provides for this concept. A child below 7 years of age is treated as “doli incapax” and is used as a defence for acts committed by him. As, he is presumed to be innocent.

    Practice Next