What is private defence? When does the right of private defence of the body extend to cause death? [MPCJ 2016] Ans. Right of private defence is essentially a defensive right and acknowledges the need of self-preservation because the vigilance of…
What do you mean by “Common Intention”? How does it differ from “Common Object”? [MPCJ 2016] Ans. Section 34 of the IPC is based on an English case Reg vs Cruse 1838 SC & P 541. It simply lays down…
What is extortion? How it differs from theft? Describe with illustration. [MPCJ 2015] Ans. The offence of extortion as provided under section 383 of IPC is carried out by overpowering the will of the complainant. In order to complete the…
Distinguish between ‘giving false evidence and fabricating false evidence’? [MPCJ 2015] Ans. Section 191 and 192 of IPC respectively defines the offence of giving of false evidence and fabricating of false evidence. The aforesaid both offence is punishable under section…
What is criminal trespass? Whether the offence of criminal trespass can be committed with respect to a movable property? Explain with example. [MPCJ 2014] Ans. Criminal Trespass:- The definition of ‘Criminal trespass’ in Black’s Law Dictionary is stated as “A…
Describe the offences relating to “trafficking of person” and exploitation of a “trafficked person”? [MPCJ 2014] Ans. In the aftermath of Delhi gang-rape ‘Nirbhaya’ case which shook the conscious of nation, a Committee under the Chairmanship of late former Chief…
Describe the offences of Voyeurism & Stalking. [MPCJ 2013] Ans. In the aftermath of Delhi gang-rape ‘Nirbhaya’ case which shook the conscious of nation. The government of Indian constituted a committee led by retired Chief justice of India Shri J.…
What is defamation? What are the essential ingredients to constitute an offence of defamation? Explain its exceptions. [MPCJ 2013] Ans. Sections 499 of the IPC provides for defamation and the same is punishable under Section 500 IPC. A special provision…
What is criminal misappropriation? How it differs from criminal breach of trust and cheating ? [MPCJ 2012] Ans. The offence of criminal misappropriation consists in dishonest misappropriation or conversion either permanently or temporarily of movable property which is already in…
Describe the offences relating to marriage? [MPCJ 2012] Ans. Chapter XX of the IPC specifically deals with offences relating to marriage. The rationale is to preserve the sanctity of marriage. Unlike other criminal offences, the locus standi to make complain…