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Difference between Theft, Robbery and Dacoity

Theft v. Robbery v. Dacoity ( चोरी , लूट और डकैती ) Theft, robbery and dacoity are terms that are generally used interchangeably and assumed as a synonym to one-another. But in law, they are not the same. They have different meaning and distinct essential characteristics. Let’s analyze each of them. 1.       1.  Theft ( चोरी) : Theft is defined under Section 378 of the Indian Penal Code.   (Image source: https://www.gps-securitygroup.com/how-to-prevent-theft-and-shoplifting-at-your-retail-store/) Theft is committed when somebody takes out some movable property (i.e. which can be moved e.g. car, money, animals etc.) out of the possession of the owner without his consent and with a dishonest intension to steal it. The victim may or may not be present at the site of theft. Illustration : Suppose a friend of yours comes to your house when you are not there. He sees a gold ring lying on a table. He hides it with the intension of telling you ...
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