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SECTION 295A IPC - Indian Penal Code - Deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings of any class by insulting its religion or religious beliefs
Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(Words “or through electronic means” are added.)
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IPC 295A in Simple Words
Section 295A of the Indian Penal Code deals with intentionally outraging religious feelings of any class by spoken, written, or visible means, and the punishment is imprisonment up to three years, or a fine, or both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maliciously insulting the religions or the religious beliefs of any class | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Maliciously insulting the religions or the religious beliefs of any class
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What is 295A of the IPC?
SECTION 295 A: Section 295-A's purpose is to punish malicious and deliberate acts that are intended to offend the religious feelings of a particular group by shielding its religion or religious beliefs.
What is Section 295 of the IPC case law?
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What are the ingredients of Section 295A?
The offender must insult, or attempt to insult, the religion or religious belief of any class or citizens of India. This insult must be done with the intention to offend the religious sentiments of this class of citizens.
What is the difference between Section 153A and 295A?
The only difference between Section 153A & Section 295A, is that Section 295A requires malicious intent. This jurisprudential evolution is credited to a pamphlet that was published in Punjab and distributed in 1924. Its criticism, written by Gandhi, is credited with its origin. 21 Aug 2018
