The correct answer is (c). The right of private defence does not extend to cause death of the offender in the offence of gratifying unnatural lust.
The right of private defence is the right to defend oneself or one’s property from harm. It is a common law right that is recognized in most jurisdictions. The right of private defence is not absolute, and it must be exercised in a reasonable manner. In particular, the right of private defence does not extend to the use of deadly force unless there is a reasonable belief that such force is necessary to prevent death or serious injury.
The offence of gratifying unnatural lust is defined as the commission of an act of gross indecency with another person of the same sex. This offence is punishable by imprisonment for up to 10 years.
In the case of the offence of gratifying unnatural lust, the right of private defence does not extend to cause death of the offender. This is because the offence is not one that is likely to result in death or serious injury. In addition, the use of deadly force in self-defence is not justified in cases where the offender is not posing a threat of death or serious injury.
The other options are incorrect because they are all offences that are likely to result in death or serious injury. In these cases, the right of private defence does extend to cause death of the offender.
(a) Rape is defined as the unlawful carnal knowledge of a woman without her consent. This offence is punishable by imprisonment for up to 20 years.
(b) Kidnapping is defined as the taking or carrying away of a person against his or her will. This offence is punishable by imprisonment for up to 20 years.
(d) Causing miscarriage is defined as the unlawful act of causing a woman to miscarry. This offence is punishable by imprisonment for up to 10 years.