SECTION 147 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Punishment for rioting
Last Updated: 01 Jun, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 147
According to section 147 of Indian penal code, Whoever is guilty of rioting, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Rioting | 2 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Rioting
Punishment : 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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What offence is defined under IPC 147?
IPC 147 Offence: Rioting.
What is the punishment for IPC 147 Case?
The punishment for IPC 147 is 2 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 147 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 147 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 147 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 147 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 147 be tried?
IPC 147 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.