: Mere mental approval or a lack of objection does not equal criminal intent ( mens rea ). To be guilty of abetment by aid, an individual must perform an affirmative act that directly facilitates the commission of the offense.
The prosecution sought to convict Umi under the third clause, interpreting her silence and hospitality as intentional omission and aid. The Bombay High Court Ruling
: Providing a roof or accommodation for individuals who happen to commit an offense does not qualify as intentionally aiding the crime, unless the space was specifically offered to advance the criminal act.
Another potential context comes from the cryptocurrency and NFT space. Both "Emperor" and "Umi" appear as crypto-related terms: