Question

Under the Indian Penal Code, which section defines the offense of theft? 
 

• A. Section 378
• B. Section 420
• C. Section 302
• D. Section 375

Hint:

Memorize key IPC sections, such as those defining common offenses like theft, to excel in legal awareness questions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The offense of theft is defined under Section 378 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). According to this section, theft is committed when any person, with a dishonest intention, takes moveable property out of the possession of another person without their consent. The key elements in this definition are 'dishonest intention', 'moveable property', 'possession', and 'consent'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Section 378.