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Punishing an innocent person violates their basic human rights and natural justice. The legal insanity defense recognises this principle, exempting mentally disordered offenders from punishment. It is recognised in many civilized nations' legislation, including India's Section 84 of the Indian Penal Code. However, in the recent past, Germany, Argentina, Thailand, and some US states have banned the insanity defense, leading to a serious debate among legal and psychological professionals.