SECTION 374 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Unlawful compulsory labour
Last Updated: 01 Mar, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 374 in Simple Words
In the Indian Penal Code, anyone who forces a person to work against their will can be punished with imprisonment for up to one year, a fine, or both.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Unlawful compulsory labour | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Unlawful compulsory labour
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
Anyone who unlawfully forces another person to work against their will is punished by either imprisonment for a period of up to one year or a fine or both.
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