Law · Indian Penal Code
'A', in a great fire, pulls down houses in order to prevent the conflagration from spreading. He does this with the intention in good faith of saving human life or property. Which of the following statements is correct regarding 'A'?
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- 1A is guilty of mischief because he caused destruction of property
- 2A is liable to pay compensation to the house owners but is not criminally liable
- 3A is not guilty of the offence, as his act is protected under Section 81 of the IPC (Necessity)✓
- 4A is guilty because necessity cannot be claimed as a defence for destroying property
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A is not guilty of the offence, as his act is protected under Section 81 of the IPC (Necessity)
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