Multiple choice

A puts his hand in the pocket of B for stealing money, but the pocket was empty. A is guilty of:

  1. Theft

  2. Mischief

  3. Attempting to commit theft

  4. No offence
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A committed all acts necessary for theft (putting hand in pocket) but the pocket was empty - theft requires moving property. This constitutes attempt under IPC Section 511/379 as the offence was not completed due to circumstances beyond A's control.

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