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IPC Section 111 - Liability of abettor when one act abetted and different act done
Last Updated: 01 Oct, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 51 for updated procedures & punishments.
When an Act is abetted and a different act is done, the abettor is liable for the act done, in the same manner and to the same extent as if he had directly abetted it.
IPC 111 in Simple Words
If the abettor encourages one act but a different act is committed, the abettor is responsible for the act that was actually done, as if they directly encouraged it.
Liability of abettor when one act abetted and different act done
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abetment of any offence, when one act is abetted and a different act is done (subject to the proviso) | Same As Offence | Same As Offence | Same As Offence | Same As Offence |
Offence : Abetment of any offence, when one act is abetted and a different act is done (subject to the proviso)
Punishment : Same As Offence
Cognizance : Same As Offence
Bail : Same As Offence
Triable : Same As Offence
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What is Section 111 of the IPC?
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What is the difference between Section 111 and 112 of the IPC?
The section 112 of the Indian Penal Code is an extension to section 111. Section 111 states that if an offence is committed, but not the same as the act abetted, it may be the probable result of the abetment.
What is Section 112 of the IPC?
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