In which of the following case (s), the offence of abetment is committed
Verified Answer
A. X & Y attend reception of bride who was only of 13 years
B. M officiates as priest or pandit in marriage of a girl aged 15 years & boy aged 12 years
C. X widow prepares herself for sati & proceeds towards the pyre of her husband. X, Y & Z follow her by shouting repeated "Ram, Ram".
D. Only in (B) & (C)
Explanation:
Abetment involves instigating, engaging in a conspiracy for, or intentionally aiding the commission of an illegal act. Officiating a child marriage (B) is abetment of an offence under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. Following a widow shouting 'Ram, Ram' as she prepares for Sati (C) is abetment of Sati, an offence under the Commission of Sati (Prevention) Act, 1987. Attending a reception (A) without active participation in the marriage itself does not constitute abetment.