CLAT Sample Paper CLAT Sample Paper-3

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    X dishonestly took away a jewellery box from Y's possession. While he was proceeding towards his home, he found that he was being followed by Y. He abandoned the box and threw stones at Y to deter him from continuing the pursuit. X has committed

    A)  no offence        

    B)  extortion

    C)  theft             

    D)  robbery

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    According to Section 378 of the Indian Penal code, 1860, whoever intending to take dishonestly any movable property, out of the possession of any person without that person's consent, mores that property is said to commit theft. Here in the present case X dishonestly took away a jewellery box from Ts possession, so he has committed theft.


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