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Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 Offences affecting the Human Body

X with the intention of causing Z’s death gave him a severe blow on his head. Z became unconscious. X believing Z to be dead and with a view to fabricate the evidence, throws X into a pond. It was found that Z died because of drowning. X is guilty of:

Attempt to commit murder

Committing murder

Committing culpable homicide not amounting to murder

None of the above.

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Explanation:

- Let's break down the scenario:

- X intended to kill Z and hit him on the head.

- Z became unconscious but was not dead.

- Believing Z to be dead, X threw him into a pond to hide evidence.

- Z actually died due to drowning (not the blow).

- Relevant legal principle: If a person causes another's death with intention or knowledge, even in a manner not first intended, it's murder if his act(s) lead to the death.

- Option 1: Attempt to commit murder

- Not correct. The death actually occurred, so it's not just an attempt.

- Option 2: Committing murder

- Correct. X's second act (throwing Z in pond) with knowledge and intention directly causes death—this fits the definition of murder.

- Option 3: Committing culpable homicide not amounting to murder

- Not correct. The intent was to cause death; this is not a lesser offense.

- Option 4: None of the above

- Not correct. Option 2 is applicable.