Three shipwrecked sailor were on a country boat on high seas for fifteen days without food and water. Two of them killed the third person and ate his flesh to save their life. In a trial for man slaughter, they pleaded the defence of necessity. Can they succeed? Discuss by referring to decided cases.

Facts of the Case Three sailors were shipwrecked and stranded on a country boat in the high seas for about fifteen days without food and […]

A woman ran to a well with the intention of committing suicide but was stopped before she could reach the well by her neighbours. She is prosecuted for an attempt to commit suicide. Is it an instance of preparation or attempt? Discuss and distinguish between ‘preparation’ and attempt

Facts of the Case A woman ran towards a well with the intention of committing suicide. Before she could reach the well or jump into […]