Solution

Intention: The concept of intention is generally considered in the context of mens rea, or the mental element of a crime. It is often taken into account during the trial to determine the state of mind of the accused. It underlies various sections in the IPC, particularly those related to the mental state of the accused at the time of the offence.  Preparation: Actions that can be categorised as preparation are covered in different sections, depending on the nature of the specific offence being prepared for.  Attempt: Section 511. Punishment for attempting to commit offences punishable with imprisonment for life or other imprisonment.—Whoever attempts to commit an offence punishable by this Code with imprisonment for life or imprisonment, or to cause such an offence to be committed, and in such attempt does any act towards the commission of the offence, shall, where no express provision is made by this Code for the punishment of such attempt, be punished with 3 [imprisonment of any description provided for the offence, for a term which may extend to one-half of the imprisonment for life or, as the case may be, one- half of the longest term of imprisonment provided for that offence], or with such fine as is provided for the offence, or with both. Accomplishment: The accomplishment or completion of a crime is referred to in various specific sections within the IPC, depending on the nature of the offence. For example, Section 302 deals with punishment for murder, and there are other specific sections for different crimes.