section 102 indian penal code

INDIAN PENAL CODE

Section 102: Commencement And Continuance Of The Right Of Private Defence Of The Body

102: Commencement And Continuance Of The Right Of Private Defence Of The Body::--The right of private defence of the body commences as soon as a reasonable apprehension of danger to the body arises from an attempt or threat to commit the offence though the offence may not have been committed; and it continues as long as such apprehension of danger to the body continues.

COMMENTS

So long as the danger to the body lasts, the right of private defence continues. Reasonable ground for apprehension is necessary.