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Under section 310(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, what is the minimum number of people who…

Section 310(1) sets the minimum at five. The count includes those jointly committing or attempting the robbery and those present and aiding the commission or attempt.

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Under section 310(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, what is the minimum number of people who must participate in a robbery for it to constitute dacoity?

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Section 310(1) sets the minimum at five.

The count includes those jointly committing or attempting the robbery and those present and aiding the commission or attempt.

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Option A

Four participants do not meet the statutory threshold.

Option B

Five is the statutory minimum.

Option C

Seven participants would exceed the threshold. The minimum is five.

Option D

Ten participants would exceed the threshold. The minimum is five.

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