This subject focuses on substantive criminal law for the Supreme Court Judicial Clerkship Exam, covering general principles and key offences under the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and its successor Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with emphasis on doctrinal clarity and practical MCQ application.
By the end of this subject, the learner will be able to explain core concepts of criminal liability including actus reus, mens rea, general exceptions and group liability; distinguish between major offences against the human body, property and public order; and appropriately apply key provisions and leading Supreme Court decisions from IPC/BNS to fact-specific MCQs that test nuanced understanding of definitions, exceptions, and punishments.