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SECTION 31 IPC - Indian Penal Code - "A will"


Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 31 has been replaced with BNS Section 2 with effect from July 1, 2024.
(A will is replaced by "Will".)

Please refer to BNS 2 for updated procedures & punishments.

The words ?a will? denote any testamentary document.


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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 31 Act?

If he is found guilty of committing a crime, such as knowingly or unknowingly omitting or adding an entry to or removing it from the electoral roll or making a false statement in writing, which he knows, believes, or doesn't believe, then he will be punished with a fine or imprisonment up to a year.


What is Section 31 of the Code of Criminal Procedure?

The maximum sentence for an offender is 14 years.