653+ Lawyers are online 
IPC Section 332 - Voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty
Last Updated: 01 Mar, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(IPC section is included as a subsection in BNS. Imprisonment is increased from three to five years.)
Please refer to BNS 121 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 332 in Simple Words
Section 332 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone voluntarily causes hurt to a public servant while they are performing their duty, or with the intent to prevent or deter them or any other public servant from performing their duty, or as a consequence of their lawful actions as a public servant, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to three years, or a fine, or both.
Cited by
Voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Looking for information on the Indian Penal Code? Check out our exhaustive list of all sections offering in-depth explanations and legal insights for each IPC Section.
Find the best lawyer for IPC Section 332 charges
Comments by Users
No Comments! Be the first one to comment.
Related Questions
How to get bail if a person is arrested under section 332
Is IPC s332 compoundable offence
Solution from section 353 & 332 IPC
What does IPC sec 186 ,332,353 and 134 refers in the law
Can i Hastle in section 332 IPC ,Because counter case compromise on me
Procedure to apply for bail in criminal matter.
Police release accused on bail in case charged u/s 332 of IPC
Popular IPC Sections
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Section 333 of the IPC?
Anyone who intentionally causes grievous harm to a public employee in the course of their duties, with intent to deter or prevent that person, or another public employee, from performing his or her duty, or as a result of something done or attempted by...
What is the difference between 332 and 333 IPC?
Sections 332 and 333: Causing harm to public servants as a deterrent The punishment for this is a maximum of 3 years in prison and/or a fine. The section 333 is very similar, with the exception that it deals with grievous injury and not only simple harm. The punishments for this include imprisonment of up to 10 year and fines.
What is Section 353 of the IPC?
What is IPC section 353? IPC Section 353 states that anyone who uses assault or criminal force against a public employee to prevent them from carrying out their duties will be charged under Section 353.
