AIIMS November 2011 – MCQ 119

A patient develops delirium tremens after 4 days of abstaining from alcohol. In this state, he assaults his neighbor. Which of the following is true according to Indian Penal Code?
A. He is not held responsible for the act
B. He is partially responsible for the act
C. He is fully responsible for the act
D. ?

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