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IPC Section 355 - Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person, otherwise than on grave provocation
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 133 for updated procedures & punishments.
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, intending thereby to dishonour that 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 two years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 355 in Simple Words
Section 355 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone intentionally assaults or uses criminal force against another person to dishonor them, except in cases of serious and sudden provocation from that person, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to two years, or a fine, or both.
Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person, otherwise than on grave provocation
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour a person, otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation | 2 Years or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour a person, otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation
Punishment : 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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What is the IPC 355 in Indian Kanoon?
355. A person who is a victim of assault or criminal force, but not on the basis of grave provocation.
What is judgment in abridged form section 355?
The Abridged Forms of Judgment In Section 355 of 1973's Code of Criminal Procedure it is stipulated that the judgment of a Metropolitan Magistrates shall be in abridged format with the following details. If there is an appeal from the final order then a short statement of the reasons for the decision.
Is Section 354 a bailable?
IPC 354 is not a bailable offence. This means that an accused person cannot be released from jail without permission from the court. This offence is punishable by imprisonment of up two years, or imprisonment of up seven years. It can also be punished with a fine.
What is Section 353 of the IPC?
What is IPC section 353? IPC Section 353, which describes the obstructing of the duty of a Public Servant with the use criminal force and assault to prevent the public servant performing his task, will be charged as Section 353.
