Delhi Judicial Services Pre Exam 2007

If five persons attack a person and take away his wallet at knife point. They are guilty of

Verified Answer
A. Dacoity
B. Robbery
C. Theft
D. All the above

Explanation:

When five or more persons conjointly commit or attempt to commit robbery, the offence is termed 'Dacoity' under the Indian Penal Code. The scenario describes five persons committing robbery at knife point, which fits the definition of Dacoity.