SECTION 316 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Causing death of quick unborn child by act amounting to culpable homicide-
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 316 in Simple Words
Section 316 of the Indian Penal Code states that anyone who does an act that, if it caused death, would be considered culpable homicide, and as a result, causes the death of a quick unborn child, can be punished with imprisonment for up to ten years and may also be fined.
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Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
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Causing death of a quick unborn child by an act amounting to culpable homicide | 10 Years and Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Causing death of a quick unborn child by an act amounting to culpable homicide
Punishment : 10 Years and Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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What is IPC section 316?
Anyone who commits an act that would make him guilty of culpable murder if it resulted in death, and causes the death of an unborn child by doing so, will be punished either with imprisonment or fine, for a period of up to 10 years.
What is Section 316 of the Act?
According to Section 316, if you believe or know that an offense has been committed and have information which may prove useful in locating or convicting the perpetrator, you are required to inform the police. 26 Apr 2023
What is Section 315 and 316?
The sections 315 and 316 deal with the injury to an unborn baby. These sections cover situations in which an act is performed with the intent to prevent such a child from changing state alive, or to cause the death of an unborn toddler by an act that amounts to culpable murder.