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IPC Section 153 - Want only giving provocation with intent to cause riot
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 153 in Simple Words
If someone intentionally provokes another person in a way that may lead to a riot, they can be punished with up to one year in jail, a fine, or both if a riot occurs, and up to six months in jail, a fine, or both if a riot doesn't happen.
Wanton-ly giving provocation with intent to cause riot
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wantonly giving provocation with intent to cause riot, If rioting be committed | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
| If not committed | 6 Months or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Wantonly giving provocation with intent to cause riot, If rioting be committed
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
Offence : If not committed
Punishment : 6 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What is the case law of Section 153 A of the IPC?
The Indian Penal Code (IPC), Section 153A, penalises acts that promote enmity among groups based on religion, race or place of origin, language etc. and act against maintaining harmony. The Indian Penal Code (IPC) punishes this with a maximum three-year prison sentence, a fine, or both. 25 Feb 2023
What is Section 153A of the CRPC?
The Section 153A is intended to punish those who engage in malicious vilification of religion, race or language, or attack the place of birth or residence of a particular group, or class, or the founders or prophets of that religion.
Is Section 153A IPC bailable or not?
This section is not bailable, Recognizable or Compoundable.
What is Section 153 B IPC?
Section 153B punishes anyone who makes or publishes statements that promote hatred or disharmony between religious, racial or language groups. The punishment is imprisonment of up to three years, or a fine.
