Question

According to the provisions of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the right of private defence of property extends to the voluntary causing of death or of any other harm to the wrong-doer in which of the offences committed or attempting to be committed?
1. Robbery
2. House-breaking after sunset
3. Theft, mischief or house trespass

• A. (1) and (2) both
• B. (1), (2), and (3)
• C. (1) only
• D. (1) and (3) both

Hint:

The right of private defence of property under Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 allows causing death only in severe offences such as robbery, house-breaking by night, or theft involving a threat to life.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the concept.
According to the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (previously IPC Section 103), the right of private defence of property includes the right to cause death when protecting property against certain offences.
Step 2: Applicable offences.
These offences include: 1. Robbery.
2. House-breaking by night (after sunset and before sunrise).
3. Theft, mischief, or house trespass — if they involve a threat to life.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Therefore, the right of private defence of property extends to cases of robbery, house-breaking after sunset, and theft/mischief/house trespass where a threat to life exists.