Section 100 of IPC : Section 100: When the right of private defence of the body extends to causing death

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi is walking home late at night when he is suddenly attacked by a group of men. One of the men pulls out a knife and threatens to kill Ravi if he does not hand over his wallet. Fearing for his life, Ravi manages to grab a nearby stick and strikes the man with the knife, causing him serious injury. In this scenario, Ravi's actions are protected under Section 100 of the Indian Penal Code, as the assault reasonably caused him to apprehend that death would be the consequence if he did not defend himself.

Example 2:

Meera is alone at home when an intruder breaks in and attempts to sexually assault her. In a desperate attempt to protect herself, Meera grabs a heavy vase and hits the intruder on the head, causing him to fall unconscious. Meera's actions are justified under Section 100 of the Indian Penal Code, as the assault was with the intention of committing rape, and she had a reasonable apprehension of grievous hurt or worse.

Example 3:

Arjun is walking through a secluded area when he is approached by a stranger who tries to force him into a car. The stranger makes it clear that he intends to kidnap Arjun. In a bid to escape, Arjun uses his pocket knife to stab the stranger, causing a severe injury. Arjun's actions fall under the protection of Section 100 of the Indian Penal Code, as the assault was with the intention of kidnapping or abducting, and he had a reasonable apprehension of grievous hurt or worse.

Example 4:

Priya is at a public park when a man approaches her and tries to force her into a secluded area, making lewd comments and gestures. Priya, fearing that the man intends to gratify unnatural lust, uses her pepper spray to fend him off, causing him temporary blindness and severe discomfort. Priya's actions are protected under Section 100 of the Indian Penal Code, as the assault was with the intention of gratifying unnatural lust, and she had a reasonable apprehension of grievous hurt.

Example 5:

Suresh is held captive in a locked room by a group of criminals who intend to use him as leverage. Fearing that he will not be able to seek help from public authorities, Suresh manages to overpower one of the criminals and causes him serious injury while escaping. Suresh's actions are justified under Section 100 of the Indian Penal Code, as the assault was with the intention of wrongfully confining him, and he had a reasonable apprehension that he would be unable to seek help.

Example 6:

Anjali is walking to her car when a man throws a bottle of acid at her. She manages to dodge the acid but realizes that the man is preparing to throw another bottle. In self-defense, Anjali picks up a brick and throws it at the man, causing him a head injury. Anjali's actions are protected under Section 100 of the Indian Penal Code, as the act of throwing acid reasonably caused her to apprehend that grievous hurt would be the consequence if she did not defend herself.