'A' Incites a dog to spring upon ' Z' without Z's consent with the intention to annoy ' Z'. Here 'A' has committed an offence of -

Correct option is A

Criminal force under Section 350 of the IPC occurs when a person uses force against another without their consent and with the intention to cause harm, fear, or annoyance. In this case, 'A' uses the dog as a medium to apply force on 'Z' without their consent, thereby committing criminal force.
Information Booster:
Criminal Force involves the use of physical power without consent, with the intent to cause injury, fear, or annoyance. The use of an intermediary, like a dog, still constitutes the use of force.
Additional Knowledge:
· Criminal assault: Refers to the threat or attempt to use force (Section 351).
· Grievous hurt: Refers to specific severe injuries (Section 320).