Question

M abets N to commit murder, but N fails to commit the murder. However, during the attempt, N causes simple hurt to the intended victim. Under Section 55, what is M's maximum punishment?

A Seven years imprisonment as the murder was not committed
B Fourteen years imprisonment since hurt was caused during the abetment
C Life imprisonment as murder was the intended offence
D Three years imprisonment for failed abetment
E Punishment equivalent to attempted murder
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