Law · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
X, while driving an ambulance at high speed to save a critical patient, swerves and damages Y's parked vehicle. He knew there was a possibility of causing damage but acted without criminal intention and in good faith to avoid greater harm to the patient. Under Section 19 of the BNS, 2023, X:
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- 1Is guilty because he failed to inform the police immediately
- 2Has committed no offence as he acted in good faith to prevent other greater harm✓
- 3Is guilty because the vehicle was damaged and property rights were violated
- 4Is guilty because he had knowledge his act might cause harm
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Has committed no offence as he acted in good faith to prevent other greater harm
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