Under which of the following situations would the Indian Courts have jurisdiction 1 Crime commi...........

Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 Introduction and Definition

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

1. Crime committed by an Indian in a foreign country

2. Crime committed by a foreigner in India

3. crime committed by a person on an Indian ship

select the correct answer using the codes given below

1 and 2

1 and 3

1 alone

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

- Crime committed by an Indian in a foreign country: Indian courts can exercise jurisdiction if the crime is punishable under Indian law due to the nationality of the offender. It's based on the principle of nationality.

- Crime committed by a foreigner in India: Indian courts have jurisdiction since the crime occurred on Indian soil, regardless of the nationality of the offender.

- Crime committed by a person on an Indian ship: Indian courts have jurisdiction as an Indian ship is considered Indian territory, even if it is in international waters.

- Correct Answer: Option 4 - 1, 2 and 3: All situations grant jurisdiction to Indian courts.