Principle: A person who, at the time of the act, because of unsoundness of mind is incapable of knowing the nature of the act or that it is wrong or contrary to law is not guilty. Facts: Ramesh, suffering from a severe delusion, kills a neighbour believing he is a wild animal attacking him. What is the likely position?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Possibly protected by unsoundness of mind
- Step 1: If he did not know the nature of the act, he lacks the guilty mind.
Answer
Possibly protected by unsoundness of mind.
Why not the others: Anger is not a defence.
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