K.N. Mehra v State of Rajasthan (1957)
Facts.
Two air-force cadets took an aircraft without authorisation and flew it across the border, later claiming they meant to return it.
Issue.
Is a temporary taking, without intent to permanently deprive, theft?
Held.
Yes. Dishonest taking causing even temporary wrongful loss is theft; permanent deprivation is not required. The dishonest intention at the moment of moving the property is enough.
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