Image Based Question – 65863

In all of the following conditions,Autopsy examination of a body by a digging out procedure as shown in the picture below is usually done, EXCEPT ?

A. Suicide proved case.

B. Homicide.

C. Death as a result of criminal abortion.

D. Death due to criminal negligence.

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Correct Answer » A Explanation

Ans:A. Suicide

Exhumation is the digging out of an already buried body from the grave.

Autopsies are performed on exhumed bodies:

• In criminal cases, such as homicide, suspected homicide disguised as suicide or other types of death, suspicious poisoning, death as a result of criminal abortion and criminal negligence.

• In civil cases, such as accidental death claim, insurance, workmen’s compensation claim, liability for professional negligence, survivorship and inheritance claims or disputed identity.