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Inference of Lurking - The sources do not explicitly discuss the inference of lurking under Section 457 of IPC. However, they mention that the accused was convicted under Section 457 along with Section 376(2)(g), indicating that evidence or circumstances leading to the conviction might involve inferences drawn by the court regarding clandestine or lurking behavior Ashu Das @ Nama VS State of Tripura - Tripura.
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Analysis and Conclusion - While Section 457 of IPC pertains to lurking or house-breaking by night, the provided source suggests that courts may draw adverse inferences based on evidence of clandestine activity. Therefore, inference of lurking can be drawn in circumstances where evidence indicates secretive or unlawful entry or behavior, especially when supported by circumstantial evidence. However, explicit legal conditions or standards for such inference are not detailed in the source.
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Ashu Das @ Nama VS State of Tripura - Tripura
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