A' instigates a 5 years old child namely 'B' to steal a diamond ring. Consequently 'B' does so. In this case:
A. A' commits no offence but 'B' commits theft
B. Both 'A' and 'B' commit theft
C. B' does not commit any offence but 'A' commits abetment of theft
D. A' and 'B' both have committed no offence because 'B' is below 7 years and has not committed any offence and as 'B' does not commit any offence, the question of abetment does not arise
Answer: Option C
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