Question

There is either theft or extortion. It is

• A. Robbery
• B. Dacoity
• C. Criminal breach of trust
• D. Receiving stolen property

Hint:

Robbery = Theft + Violence OR Extortion + Fear of violence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Defining robbery.
According to IPC, robbery is an aggravated form of theft or extortion involving violence or threat.

Step 2: Analysis of options.
- Robbery: Correct, covers theft and extortion.
- Dacoity: Robbery by 5 or more persons.
- Criminal breach of trust: Misappropriation, not theft/extortion.
- Receiving stolen property: Different offence.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Therefore, robbery is defined as either theft or extortion.