Y gives grave and sudden provocation to A A on this fires from a pistol as a result Z is killed...........

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

Y gives grave and sudden provocation to A. A on this fires from a pistol as a result Z is killed who is nearby, A has committed

Death by rash and negligent act.

Attempt to murder Y.

Murder.

Culpable homicide.

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Explanation:

- Option 1: Death by rash and negligent act.

This applies when a person causes death through carelessness, without intention or knowledge (like accidental driving deaths).

- Option 2: Attempt to murder Y.

This would apply if A tried to kill Y and failed. But here, Z was killed, not Y, so it's not an attempt.

- Option 3: Murder.

Murder is when someone intentionally kills another or acts with certain malicious intent. But sudden provocation can reduce murder to culpable homicide not amounting to murder under IPC Section 300 exception.

- Option 4: Culpable homicide.

If someone kills another due to sudden and grave provocation, it is seen as culpable homicide not amounting to murder, since provocation affects intention.

Correct Answer: Option 4 - Culpable homicide.