A an accused of a murder alleges that by reason of unsoundness of mind he did not know the nature of the act the burden of proof is on ?
Correct answer: A. A
- A. A
- B. Prosecution
- C. Medical Officer
- D. None of these
Explanation
Insanity is an exception that the accused must establish when it is specifically pleaded, under the burden-of-proof rules. Therefore, A must prove that unsoundness of mind prevented knowledge of the nature of the act.
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