Chhattisgarh Pre 2003

A is tried for the murder of B by poison. The fact that before the death of B, A procured poison similar to that which was administered to B is:

Verified Answer
A. Not-relevant
B. Relevant
C. Partly relevant
D. Neither relevant nor irrelevant

Explanation:

This fact is relevant under Section 8 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, as showing 'preparation' for the commission of the offence, or under Section 14 as showing 'state of mind' (intention).