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Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 Introduction and Definition

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Under which of the following situations would Indian courts have jurisdiction?

1. Crime committed by an Indian in a foreign country

2. Crime committed by a foreign in India

3. Crime committed by a person on an Indian ship. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: Codes

1 and 2

1 and 3

2 alone

1, 2 and 3.

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Explanation:

- Crime committed by an Indian in a foreign country: Indian courts can have jurisdiction due to the nationality principle, which allows them to prosecute their citizens for crimes committed abroad.

- Crime committed by a foreigner in India: Indian courts have jurisdiction based on the territorial principle, which covers crimes committed within Indian territory.

- Crime committed by a person on an Indian ship: Indian courts have jurisdiction because ships registered in India are considered sovereign Indian territory, regardless of their physical location.

Correct Answer: Option 4 - 1, 2 and 3.