In which one of the following cases was the distinction between common intention and similar intention pointed out?
Verified Answer
A. Barendra Kumar Ghose v. King Emperor
B. Mahboob Shah v. King Emperor
C. Ram Prasad v. State of U.P.
D. J.M. Desai v. State of Bombay
Explanation:
The landmark case of *Mahboob Shah v. King Emperor* (1945) is crucial for understanding Section 34 of the IPC. In this case, the Privy Council clearly distinguished between 'common intention' (which requires a pre-arranged plan and meeting of minds) and 'similar intention' (where individuals act independently but with similar objectives).