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SECTION 82 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Act of a child under seven years of age
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 82 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 82 of the Indian Penal Code states that children under the age of seven cannot be held criminally liable for any offense they commit.
IPC section 82 states: - No action taken by a minor under the age of 7 will be considered an offense. Children under the age of 7 are assumed to be incapable of committing any crime with hidden intentions.
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What is Section 83 of IPC?
Description. It is not an offense if a child is over seven and under twelve years old and hasn't reached the maturity and understanding necessary to understand and judge his actions.
What is Section 82 IPC presumption?
In Section 82, Chapter IV of the Indian Penal Code 1860, which deals with "General Exceptions", it is stated that an act committed by a minor under seven years old is not an offense. No child under the age of 7 can be criminally responsible. 3 Jan 2022
What is an example of doli incapax?
"Ramesh", a 25-year old, induces 'Rahul,' a six-year-old boy, to kill "Raj", which results in Raj's demise. The child is not liable in this case as he's a doli incapacitax. Ramesh, however, will be held responsible for the murder Raj.
