Factual Situation: X who was driving a car at night, entered a road which was under repair and closed for traffic. He ran over and killed two coolies who were sleeping on the road with their bodies completely covered under dark blankets. X is prosecuted for causing death of the two coolies by rash and negligent driving under Sec. 304 A of IPC. Can X be convicted? Discuss.Issue: What offence, if any, has been committed?Decision:

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Factual Situation: X who was driving a car at night, entered a road which was under repair and closed for traffic. He ran over and killed two coolies who were sleeping on the road with their bodies completely covered under dark blankets. X is prosecuted for causing death of the two coolies by rash and negligent driving under Sec. 304 A of IPC. Can X be convicted? Discuss.<br>Issue: What offence, if any, has been committed?<br>Decision: