Indian Penal Code, 1860—Section 84

Indian Penal Code, 1860—Section 84—Unsoundness of mind—Even if the accused establishes unsoundness of mind, Section 84 of the Indian Penal Code will not come to its rescue, in case it is found that the accused knew that what he was doing was wrong or that it was contrary to law—In order to ascertain that, it is imperative to take into consideration the circumstances and the behaviour preceding, attending and following the crime—Behaviour of an accused pertaining to a desire for concealment of the weapon of offence and conduct to avoid detection of crime go a long way to ascertain as to whether, he knew the consequences of the act done by him.