A voluntarily burn a valuable security belonging to Z intending to cause wrongful loss to Z. A has committed ?
Correct answer: D. Mischief
- A. Fraud
- B. None of these
- C. No offence
- D. Mischief
Explanation
Mischief is committed when property is destroyed or its value or utility is diminished with intent to cause wrongful loss or damage. Burning Z’s valuable security therefore constitutes mischief, not merely fraud.
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