Question

Given below is a statement of legal principle followed by a factual situation. Apply the principle to the facts given below and select the most appropriate answer.

LEGAL PRINCIPLE: To be held guilty of an offense, one should have done the act that causes the intended result.

FACTUAL SITUATION: A, with the intention to murder B stabs him repeatedly with a knife. B is taken to the hospital and is found to be cut of danger. Thereafter, due to the doctor's negligence. B's wounds are infected and he requires surgical interventions. During the time of operation to remove his infected leg. B died on account of the administration of general anesthesia. DECISION:

विकल्प

• A is guilty of murder.

• A is not guilty of murder though he may be guilty of attempt to murder.

• A is not guilty of murder but he may be guilty of causing hurt

• The doctor is liable as he was negligent.

Answer 1

A is not guilty of murder though he may be guilty of attempt to murder.