Rajasthan Judiciary Pre 2014

'Mens rea has no place while determining penal liability under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881'. This statement is:

Verified Answer
A. Correct
B. Wrong
C. Partly correct
D. Depends upon facts of the case

Explanation:

Offences under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act are considered strict liability offences, meaning mens rea (guilty mind) is not a necessary element to prove the offence.