What is the punishment prescribed for the offence of theft under Section 379 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 ?
Imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years or with fine, or with both
Simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to five years or with fine, or with both
Simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years or with fine, or with both
Imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years or with fine, or with both
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– The maximum term of imprisonment is three years.
– The imprisonment can be of ‘either description’ (simple or rigorous).
– Fine or both imprisonment and fine can also be imposed.