Which is not an ingredient in means rea ........

Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 General Explanations

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Which is not an ingredient in means rea:

Strict or absolute liability

Public nuisance

Ignorance of law is no excuse – maxim

All are correct.

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Explanation:

- Strict or absolute liability: This doctrine applies where liability is imposed without proof of mens rea (guilty mind/intent). No need to prove intention or knowledge.

- Public nuisance: Not an ingredient of mens rea. It’s an offence, not a mental state or requisite intent.

- Ignorance of law is no excuse – maxim: This is a legal maxim (ignorantia juris non excusat) saying a person can’t escape liability by claiming unawareness of the law, but it’s not a component of mens rea.

- All are correct: This is not accurate because the options listed are NOT ingredients of mens rea.

Correct Answer: Option 4 is NOT correct. "Strict or absolute liability" (Option 1) is NOT an ingredient of mens rea.