| Principle Attempt to murder is punishable under Section 307 of IPC but preparation is not an offence. |
| Facts A mixes sugar, thinking that it was poison, in the tea meant for B with an intention to cause his death. What offence if any has been committed by A? |
A) A is not liable to be punished for any offence. A has done only preparation for the commission of crime
B) A is liable for attempt to murder
C) He is guilty of criminal conspiracy
D) He is liable for theft
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
The principle is that preparation to murder is not an offence punishable under Section 307 IPC. Since, A has mixed sugar thinpirs that it was poison in the tea meant for B with an intention to cause his death, he has done only preparation for the commission of the crime. As such he is not liable to be punished for any offence.
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