IPC Section 432 - Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(IPC section is included as a sub-section sans heading.)
Please refer to BNS 326 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 432 in Simple Words
If someone intentionally causes flooding or obstruction to public drainage resulting in injury or damage, they may be punished with imprisonment up to five years, or fined, or both.
Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage | 5 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage
Punishment : 5 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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