Question

Abetment of an offence is .

• A. Always an offence
• B. Not an offence at all
• C. May be treated as an offence depending on the circumstances of each case
• D. Depends on the discretion of a police officer

Hint:

The charge of abetment can lead to a conviction, but it depends on whether the abettor's actions were substantial enough to influence the commission of the offence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Abetment refers to assisting or encouraging someone to commit an offence. Whether abetment constitutes an offence depends on the circumstances of each case, such as intent and action taken by the accused.