COURSE
SC Clerkship Exam: Criminal Law: Indian Penal Code / Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
INR 29
Description
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.
Learning Objectives
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.
Topics (6)
1
General Exceptions and Defences
2
Offences Against the Human Body: Homicide, Hurt, and Wrongful Restraint
3
Offences Against Property: Theft, Extortion, Robbery, Cheating and Criminal Misappropriation
4
Offences Against Public Tranquility, Public Justice and Public Servants
5
Selected Offences Relating to Women, Children and Human Dignity
6
Foundations of Criminal Liability and Structure of IPC/BNS