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Whether Information contained in the Documents can be Subject Matter of Theft [SC JUDGMENT]

The Indian Penal Code, 1860 - Sections 22 and 29 -  “document” -  “moveable property” - "theft" -  the “document” as defined in Section 29 IPC is a “moveable property” within the meaning of Section 22 IPC which can be the subject matter of theft. The information contained thereon in the documents would also fall within the purview of the “corporeal property” and can be the subject matter of the theft.