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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Legal Studies

Chapter

Topics of Law

Question:

The Fundamental principle of criminal liability is embodied in the maxim -actus non Iacit reum nisi mens sit rea-. The maxim was developed by:

Options:

Equity Courts

Common Law Courts

Sadar Nizamat Courts

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Common Law Courts

Explanation:

The maxim "actus non facit reum nisi mens sit rea," meaning "an act does not make a person guilty unless there is a guilty mind," was developed by: Common Law Courts

This principle is fundamental to criminal liability and emphasizes the importance of the mental state (mens rea) in determining guilt.

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