The document discusses the right of private defense as outlined in sections 96 to 106 of the penal code, emphasizing its necessity for personal protection. It details the conditions under which this right is applicable, including situations involving individuals who lack the capacity to understand their actions. Additionally, it highlights exceptions where private defense is not permitted, such as actions by public servants acting in good faith.

1. Right of Private
Defence
Himanshu Solanki
Law of Crimes= sem 2
Indore institute of law

2.  Nothing is an offence which is done in
the exercise of the right of Private
Defense.
 Section 96 – 106 of the Penal Code
specifies Private Defence as a right.
 The right of private defense is absolutely
necessary for the protection of one’s life.
RIGHT TO PRIVATE
DEFENSE

3.  Right of private defense against the act of a person of unsound
mind.
 The right of private defense exist against an act would be an
offence, but is not an offence because of:
a) Reason of youth
b) Want of maturity of understanding
c) Unsoundness of mind
d) Intoxication on the part of the person
committing the offence
e) Any misconception of fact
SECTION 98

4. There is no right of private defense
i. against an act which does not reasonably cause the
apprehension of the death/grievous hurt.
ii. If done/attempt to be done by a public servant
- acting in good faith
- Under colour of his office
- (though that act may not be strictly justifiable by law)
SECTION 99