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'A', a carrier, is entrusted by 'Z' with property to be carried by land or by water. 'A' dishonestly misappropriates the property. Which one of the following offences was committed by 'A' ?
Explanation
The offence committed by 'A' is Criminal breach of trust. According to Section 405 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), criminal breach of trust occurs when a person who is entrusted with property, or with any dominion over property, dishonestly misappropriates or converts it to their own use.
Specifically, Section 407 of the IPC deals with criminal breach of trust by a carrier, wharfinger, or warehouse-keeper. The essential element distinguishing this from "Dishonest misappropriation of property" (Section 403) is the existence of entrustment; in misappropriation, the property usually comes into the offender's possession by some casualty or finding, whereas in breach of trust, it is voluntarily handed over in confidence. Theft (Section 378) is incorrect because it involves taking property without consent, while Mischief (Section 425) involves causing damage or destruction to property.
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