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IPC Section 318 - Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Whoever, by secretly burying or otherwise disposing of the dead body of a child whether such child die before or after or during its birth, intentionally conceals or endeavors to conceal the birth of such child, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 318 in Simple Words
Section 318 of the Indian Penal Code states that anyone who secretly buries or disposes of the dead body of a child to conceal its birth can be punished with imprisonment for up to two years, or a fine, or both.
Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body | 2 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P. |
Offence : Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body
Punishment : 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P.
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