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IPC Section 352 - Punishment for assault or criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(Fine is increased from five hundred to one thousand rupees.)
Please refer to BNS 131 for updated procedures & punishments.
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation given by that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.
IPC 352 in Simple Words
Section 352 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone assaults or uses criminal force against another person without any serious and sudden provocation, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to three months, or a fine of up to five hundred rupees, or both.
Punishment for assault or criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assault or use of criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation | 3 Months or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Assault or use of criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation
Punishment : 3 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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