Indian Penal Code, 1860
401. Punishment for belonging to gang of thieves
Whoever, at any time after the passing of this Act, shall belong
to any wandering or other gang of persons associated for the purpose of
habitually committing theft or robbery, and not being a gang of 'thugs or
dacoits, shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which may
extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.