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IPC Section 435 - Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to cause damage to amount of one hundred or (in case of agricultural produce) ten rupees
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(Words "including agricultural produce" added.)
Please refer to BNS 326 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 435 in Simple Words
If someone intentionally causes damage to property using fire or explosive substances, and the value of the damage is 100 rupees or more (or 10 rupees or more in the case of agricultural produce), they may be punished with imprisonment for up to seven years and may also be fined.
Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to cause damage to amount of one hundred or (in case of agricultural produce) ten rupees
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to cause damage to an amount of 100 rupees or upwards, or, in case of agricultural produce, 10 rupees or upwards | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to cause damage to an amount of 100 rupees or upwards, or, in case of agricultural produce, 10 rupees or upwards
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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