Question: What is the primary purpose of Section 299 of the Indian Penal Code?

Options:

1. To define culpable homicide
2. To define murder
3. To outline general exceptions
4. To explain the concept of intention

Correct Answer: To define culpable homicide

Solution:

Section 299 defines culpable homicide, which is the act of causing death with the intention of causing death or with the knowledge that such an act is likely to cause death.