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Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with:

Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 makes each participant liable as if they had done the act alone when several people do a criminal act in furtherance of the…

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Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with:

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Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 makes each participant liable as if they had done the act alone when several people do a criminal act in furtherance of the common intention of all. It carries forward the rule in section 34 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. The Sanhita defines wrongful gain in section 2(36) and grievous hurt in section 116.

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Incorrect. Section 2(36) defines wrongful gain.

Option B

Incorrect. Section 116 defines grievous hurt.

Option C

Correct. Section 3(5) provides for joint liability for a criminal act done in furtherance of the common intention of all participants.

Option D

Incorrect. Section 325 concerns mischief by killing or maiming an animal. Cruelty to animals is addressed separately, including by the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.

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