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A finds a ring belonging to Z on a table in the house which Z occupies. Here the ring is in Z's possession, and if A dishonestly removes it A commits____________________?

Correct answer: A. Theft

  • A. Theft
  • B. Extortion
  • C. No offence
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Although the ring is on a table, it remains in the possession of the person occupying the house. Dishonestly moving it out of that possession without consent satisfies the definition of theft.

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