SECTION 124 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Assaulting President, Governor, etc., with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 124
According to section 124 of Indian penal code, Whoever, with the intention of inducing or compelling the President of India, or Governor of any State, to exercise or refrain from exercising in any manner any of the lawful powers of such President or Governor, assaults or wrongfully restrains, or attempts wrongfully to restrain, or overawes, by means of criminal force or the show of criminal force, or attempts so to overawe, such President or Governor, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Assaulting President, Governor, etc., with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Assaulting President, Governor, etc., with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
FAQ's on IPC Section 124
What offence is defined under IPC 124?
IPC 124 Offence: Assaulting President, Governor, etc., with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power.
What is the punishment for IPC 124 Case?
The punishment for IPC 124 is 7 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 124 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 124 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 124 offence?
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Is IPC 124 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 124 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 124 be tried?
IPC 124 is tried in the court of Court of Session.
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