GENERAL EXCEPTION -PART 2 |BNS 2023|ABSENCE OF CRIMINAL INTENT

This educational video explores the concept of general exceptions under the Bhartiya nyaya Sanhita (BNS), focusing on instances where criminal intent is absent. Key sections covered include: Unsound Mind (Section 22): M'Naghten Rules, mental incapacity, and burden of proof. Intoxication (Section 23 & 24): Voluntary and involuntary intoxication, impact on criminal intent, and partial vs. complete intoxication. Child Act (Sections 20& 21): Age, doli incapax, and legal protections for children. Necessity (Section 19): Defense of necessity and its implications. Through case studies and in-depth analysis, this video clarifies the nuances of general exceptions. Key concepts like actus reus and mens rea are also examined.