Question

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

• A. Section 375
• B. Section 378
• C. Section 420
• D. Section 300

Hint:

Memorize key IPC sections (300, 375, 378, 420) for AP LAWCET, as they are commonly asked.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Recall IPC sections 
Section 378 of the IPC defines theft as 'whoever, intending to take dishonestly any movable property out of the possession of any person without that person's consent, moves that property.'
Step 2: Analyze options 
A) Section 375: Defines rape, not theft. 
B) Section 378: Correct, defines theft. 
C) Section 420: Defines cheating and dishonest inducement, not theft. 
D) Section 300: Defines murder, not theft. 
Step 3: Conclusion 
The correct answer is (2) Section 378, as it pertains to theft.