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SECTION 434 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Mischief by destroying or moving, etc., a land-mark fixed by public authority
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 434 in Simple Words
If someone destroys or moves a land-mark set by a public servant or makes it less useful, they may be punished with imprisonment up to one year, or fined, or both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mischief by destroying or moving, etc., a landmark fixed by public authority | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Mischief by destroying or moving, etc., a landmark fixed by public authority
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
Anyone who commits mischief, by destroying or removing any land-mark placed by an official, or by doing anything that makes it less useful, will be punished by imprisonment for up to a year or a fine.
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