Correct option is A
According to the Indian Penal Code, cutting down a tree on someone's ground without their permission and taking it away without their knowledge constitutes theft. As per Section 378 of the IPC, theft is defined as the dishonest removal of movable property from the possession of another person without their consent. In this case, the tree, once cut down, becomes movable property and is taken away dishonestly.
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1. Section 378 IPC (Theft): This Section defines theft as the act of dishonestly taking any movable property out of the possession of any person without that person's consent. The essential elements of theft include dishonest intention, taking of movable property, and taking it without the owner’s consent.
2. Explanation: The tree, when attached to the ground, is considered immovable property. However, once 'A' cuts it down, it becomes movable property. By taking it away without 'Z's permission, 'A' commits theft as defined under Section 378.
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