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'A' voluntarily throws into a river, a ring belonging to 'Z' with the intention of thereby causing wrongful loss to 'Z'. 'A' has committed
Explanation
The scenario described is a direct illustration of Mischief as defined under Section 425 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) (now Section 324 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita). According to Section 425, mischief is committed when a person, with the intent to cause wrongful loss or damage, causes the destruction of property or any change in its situation that diminishes its value or utility.
- Illustration (d) of Section 425 specifically states: "A voluntarily throws into a river a ring belonging to Z, with the intention of thereby causing wrongful loss to Z. A has committed mischief."
- It is not theft because there is no intention to take the property into the offender's possession.
- It is not criminal breach of trust as there was no entrustment of property.
- It is not cheating as no deception was involved.
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