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Sahaj Vidhi
M.P Civil Jugde Pre Exam 1998

A voluntarily throws into a river a ring belonging to B with intention thereby causing wrongful loss to B. A has committed-

Verified Answer
A. Theft
B. Extortion
C. Robbery
D. Mischief

Explanation:

Section 425 of the IPC defines mischief as causing destruction or diminution of value or utility of property with intent to cause wrongful loss or damage. Throwing the ring into the river with such intent constitutes mischief.