A meets B on high roads shows a pistol and demands B rsquo s purse B in consequence surrenders his p...........

Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 Offences Against Property

A meets B on high roads, shows a pistol and demands B’s purse. B in consequence, surrenders his purse. Here A has committed-

Theft

Extortion

Robbery

Dacoity

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Explanation:

- Option 1: Theft

Theft is the act of taking someone else's property without their knowledge and intending to permanently deprive them of it. This involves stealth, not force or threat.

- Option 2: Extortion

Extortion involves obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats. However, it doesn't always involve immediate physical confrontation.

- Option 3: Robbery

Robbery is taking or attempting to take something of value from another by force or threat of force. Here, A uses a pistol to coerce B into handing over the purse.

Correct Answer: Robbery

- Option 4: Dacoity

Dacoity is similar to robbery but involves five or more persons committing or attempting the act together.