Principle: A person who induces another to commit an offence, and the offence is committed in consequence, is an abettor. Facts: Rohit persuades his friend Anil to burgle a house, and Anil commits the burglary. What is Rohit's position?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. He is liable as an abettor of the offence
- Step 1: Instigation is one form of abetment, even if the abettor takes no part in the act.
Answer
He is liable as an abettor of the offence.
Why not the others: Taking a share of the loot is not required.
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