CLAT Sample Paper CLAT Sample Paper-12

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    Principle Any person who interferes with the discharge of duties by a public servant is liable for punishment.
    Facts Shiva got drunk voluntarily and on his way back home he assaulted a policeman. Is Shiva liable for punishment?

    A)  No, because Shiva was intoxicated

    B)  No, because Shiva was not able to understand the difference between right and wrong

    C)  Yes, he would be liable for punishment for interfering with the discharge of duties by a public servant

    D)  Yes, Shiva would be liable for causing hurt under section 319 of Indian Penal Code

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    See Section 186 of IPC.


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