The question (10 marks)
"Attempt begins where preparation ends." Explain the law of attempt under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 with reference to decided cases. (10 marks)
Standing MU question on attempt; built on the Unit 5 chapter and the Abhayanand / Malkiat-Yakub readings.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 5 · Abetment, Conspiracy and Attempt of Law of Crimes (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023).
Authorities you will need
- Abhayanand Mishra v State of Bihar (1961) - attempt begins where preparation ends; despatching the false application 'entered the realm of attempt'; an admission card is property
- Malkiat Singh v State of Punjab (1969) - a locus poenitentiae (room to withdraw leaving everything harmless) means the act is preparation only
- State of Maharashtra v Mohd. Yakub (1980) - the act need not be the penultimate act; an act reasonably proximate to the offence, manifesting a settled intent, is an attempt
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