Important IPC — Set 3
Police GK · महत्वपूर्ण IPC · Questions 21–30 of 40
In which year was the Indian Penal Code (IPC) enacted?
Correct Answer: A. 1860
The Indian Penal Code was enacted in the year 1860. It was drafted by the First Law Commission and came into force on January 1, 1862. It remains one of the most comprehensive penal codes in legal history.
Who was the Chairman of the First Law Commission which drafted the IPC?
Correct Answer: B. Lord Macaulay
Lord Thomas Babington Macaulay was the Chairman of the First Law Commission. He is credited as the primary architect of the Indian Penal Code. The draft was submitted to the Governor-General of India Council in 1837.
How many sections are there in the Indian Penal Code?
Correct Answer: C. 511
The Indian Penal Code contains a total of 511 sections. These sections are divided into 23 chapters covering various offenses and general explanations. It is the official criminal code of India.
Which section of the IPC marks the beginning of the 'Right of Private Defense'?
Correct Answer: D. Section 96
Section 96 states that nothing is an offense which is done in the exercise of the right of private defense. The provisions for this right extend from Section 96 to Section 106. It allows citizens to protect their body and property under specific conditions.
Which section states that an act of a child under seven years of age is not an offense?
Correct Answer: A. Section 82
Section 82 of the IPC establishes the principle of 'Doli Incapax' (incapable of crime) for children under seven. It provides absolute immunity to a child under this age from criminal liability. The law presumes they cannot form the necessary criminal intent.
Which section provides immunity for an act done by a person of unsound mind?
Correct Answer: B. Section 84
Section 84 protects acts done by a person of unsound mind who cannot understand the nature of the act. This defense relies on the person's inability to distinguish right from wrong due to mental illness. It is often referred to as the insanity defense.
Which section of the IPC deals with acts done by several persons in furtherance of a 'Common Intention'?
Correct Answer: C. Section 34
Section 34 of the IPC deals with 'Common Intention'. It holds each person liable for an act done by several persons if it was done in furtherance of a common intention. This is a rule of evidence and joint liability, not a specific offense itself.
Which section of the IPC prescribes the punishment for Murder?
Correct Answer: D. Section 302
Section 302 of the IPC prescribes the punishment for murder. The punishment can be death or imprisonment for life, along with a fine. Section 300 defines murder, while Section 302 provides the sentencing guidelines.
Which section of the IPC deals with 'Attempt to Murder'?
Correct Answer: A. Section 307
Section 307 covers the offense of 'Attempt to Murder'. If the act causes hurt, the offender is liable for a more severe punishment, including life imprisonment. It applies when the intention to kill exists but death does not occur.
Which section deals with 'Dowry Death'?
Correct Answer: B. Section 304B
Section 304B deals specifically with 'Dowry Death'. It applies if a woman dies under suspicious circumstances within 7 years of marriage and was subjected to cruelty for dowry. This section was added to address rising dowry-related crimes.