Robbery become dacoity when it is committed by________________?
Correct answer: D. Five or more persons
- A. Two or more persons
- B. None of these
- C. Seven or more persons
- D. Five or more persons
Explanation
Under section 391 PPC, robbery becomes dacoity when five or more persons conjointly commit, attempt to commit, or assist in committing the robbery. Two persons are sufficient for some forms of joint liability, but not dacoity.
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