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'X' threatens 'Y' that he will post defamatory statements on social media unless 'Y' pays him money. Which offence under the Indian Penal Code has 'X' committed?
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- 1Theft under Section 379
- 2Theft by clerk/servant under Section 381
- 3Preparation for dacoity under Section 399
- 4Extortion under Section 383✓
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Extortion under Section 383
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