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Mental defectiveness which is as a result of retarded or in complete development before the age of 18 years is called ?

Correct answer: A. Amentia

  • A. Amentia
  • B. Dementia
  • C. Both (a) and (b)
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Amentia denotes mental defectiveness caused by arrested or incomplete development before maturity, traditionally placed before 18 years in forensic classifications. Dementia is acquired mental deterioration after normal development.

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