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How many persons are needed to call Robbery a Dacoity?
How many persons are needed to call Robbery a Dacoity?
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Dacoity (Section 391) requires five or more participants, distinguishing it from robbery (Section 390).
Updated On: Jun 4, 2025
- Five or more
- Two
- Five
- Ten
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Under Section 391 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, dacoity is defined as robbery committed by five or more persons conjointly. Thus, the correct answer is:
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