Multiple choice

In which of the following cases a clear difference between common intention and similar intention was well discussed?

  1. Barendra Kumar Ghose Vs. Emperor

  2. Mahboob Shah Vs. King Emperor

  3. Amjad Khan Vs. State of MP

  4. Sheraz Vs. De Rutzen
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Explanation

In Barendra Kumar Ghose v. Emperor, the Privy Council clearly distinguished between 'common intention' (Section 34 IPC) and 'similar intention'. Common intention requires a prior plan or meeting of minds, while similar intention means independent acts with similar intent. This case is the classic authority on this distinction, explaining the difference between joint liability under Section 34 and independent acts with similar intent.

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