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IPC Section 117 - Abetting commission of offence by the public or by more than ten persons
Last Updated: 01 Oct, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(Imprisonment is increased from three years to seven years.)
Please refer to BNS 57 for updated procedures & punishments.
Whoever abets the commission of an offence by the public generally or by any number or class of persons exceeding ten, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 117 in Simple Words
If someone encourages a large group of people (more than ten) to commit a crime, they can be punished with up to three years in prison, a fine, or both.
Abetting commission of offence by the public or by more than ten persons
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abetting the commission of an offence by the public, or by more than ten persons | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Same As Offence | Same As Offence | Same As Offence |
Offence : Abetting the commission of an offence by the public, or by more than ten persons
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Same As Offence
Bail : Same As Offence
Triable : Same As Offence
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