A finds a valuable diamond. Not knowing to whom it belongs Asells it immediately without attempting to discover the owner. A is guilty of the offence of:

Option A: Theft as it is causing wrongful gain to him

Option B: Breach of trust

Option C: Extortion

Option D: Criminal misappropriation of property

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

Dishonest misappropriation of property.—Whoever dishonestly misappropriates or converts to his own use any movable property, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

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