Since 1991, when the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD) defence was introduced in Canada, which of the following has occurred?

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Although there has been a slight increase in the number of people recommended for NCRMD since 1991, it is still a relatively uncommon defence used in Canadian criminal cases. The number of cases recommended for NCRMD has not remained constant, but there has also not been a steady and substantial increase each year. Option D is therefore incorrect. Option B is also incorrect as it suggests that there have been fewer cases recommended for NCRMD each year, which is not supported by the information given.

Since 1991, When the "Not Criminally Responsible on Account of Mental