This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Thermal Deaths, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Pugilistic attitude is seen in: 
Select and explain. 
A. Drowning, B. Burns, C. Lightening, D. Hanging
B: Burns
Answer: B: Burns 
Explanation: Ans. (b) BurnsRef: The Essentials ofFSM by K.S. Narayan Reddy 31st ed. / 299* Pugilistic attitude is seen in case of burns.* It is also known as Boxing or fencing attitude.* Pugilistic attitude is due to coagulation of proteins other than those affected by rigor mortis.* It is seen in both antemortem as well as postmortem burns.Also know* Most common finding of antemortem drowning: Clenched Fist.* In case of Lightning: Branching tree pattern seen.