Chhattisgarh Pre Exam 2014

'A' intentionally causes B's death partly by illegally omitting to give B food and partly by beating. A has committed the offence of

Verified Answer
A. Culpable homicide not amounting to murder
B. Murder
C. Grievous hurt
D. Hurt

Explanation:

This scenario describes an act where 'A' intentionally causes B's death through a combination of illegal omission (not providing food) and active beating. Such an act, done with the intention to cause death, falls under the definition of 'Murder' as per Section 300 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).