A police officer has received a sum of Rs. 5000/-against fine from the persons violating traffic rules. Instead of depositing the fine money with State Treasury, he utilized the same for his personal use. What offence under Indian Penal Code, the police officer has committed?
Verified Answer
A. Criminal breach of trust
B. Mischief
C. Cheating the Government
D. None of the above
Explanation:
A police officer misusing public funds entrusted to him commits criminal breach of trust, specifically under Section 409 IPC (criminal breach of trust by public servant).