Question

Situation: Shyam is a police officer executing a warrant of arrest against Vijay. Shyam asks Hari to identify "Mr. Vijay". Hari deliberately tells Shyam that Ram is "Vijay" and consequently Ram is arrested.
What is the offence committed by Hari?

• A. Abetment by Instigation
• B. Abetment by Aiding
• C. Abetment by False representation
• D. Abetment by Mischief

Hint:

Abetment by false representation occurs when someone deceives an authority by misidentification or lies that lead to an unlawful act.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understand the act
Hari knowingly misleads a police officer, resulting in wrongful arrest of another person.
Step 2: Legal classification
This fits the definition of abetment by false representation, as Hari deliberately caused harm by deceiving the officer.
Other options:
- Instigation involves encouraging someone to commit an offence.
- Aiding means helping physically or logistically.
- Mischief involves damaging property—not applicable here.