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What kind of property can be the subject of criminal breach of trust under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita,…

The definition in section 316(1) covers property generally. Either movable or immovable property may be involved if the accused was entrusted with it or had dominion over it…

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What kind of property can be the subject of criminal breach of trust under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, if the elements of the offence are established?

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The definition in section 316(1) covers property generally. Either movable or immovable property may be involved if the accused was entrusted with it or had dominion over it and engaged in the prohibited conduct.

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Option A

Section 316(1) uses property without the movable-only restriction found in the theft definition.

Option B

Movable property may also be entrusted or placed under another person’s control and be the subject of the offence.

Option C

Section 316(1) does not distinguish between movable and immovable property. Entrustment or dominion and the prohibited dealing still have to be established.

Option D

Money can be entrusted, but the definition does not confine the offence to money.

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