Explanation:

- Section 82 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) states that nothing is an offense which is done by a child under seven years of age.

- This section establishes the rule of "doli incapax," meaning a lack of capacity to commit a crime.

- Option 1: wholly incapax

- Refers to complete incapacity.

- Section 82 implies full incapacity due to age.

- Option 2: partially incapax

- Refers to partial incapacity or limited ability to understand consequences.

- Not applicable under Section 82.

- Option 3: both (a) & (b)

- Incorrect as Section 82 only refers to complete incapacity.

- Option 4: either (a) or (b)

- It’s inaccurate because Section 82 deals solely with complete incapacity.

Based on the explanation, Option 1: wholly incapax is correct. .