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Under Section 130 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, what conduct can amount to assault when the…

A gesture or preparation can amount to assault if the person intends, or knows it is likely, that it will make someone present apprehend imminent criminal force by that…

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Under Section 130 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, what conduct can amount to assault when the required intention or knowledge is present?

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A gesture or preparation can amount to assault if the person intends, or knows it is likely, that it will make someone present apprehend imminent criminal force by that person. Words alone do not amount to assault, but words may give a gesture or preparation its meaning.

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Option A

Incorrect. A qualifying preparation can also amount to assault.

Option B

Incorrect. A qualifying gesture can also amount to assault.

Option C

Incorrect. Words alone do not amount to assault. They can give meaning to a gesture or preparation.

Option D

Correct. Either conduct can amount to assault when it has the required connection to apprehension of imminent criminal force.

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