SECTION 493 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Cohabitation caused by a man deceitfully inducing a belief of lawful marriage
Description of IPC Section 493
According to section 493 of Indian penal code, Every man who by deceit causes any woman who is not lawfully married to him to believe that she is lawfully married to him and to cohabit or have sexual intercourse with him in that belief, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A man by deceit causing a woman not lawfully married to him to believe that she is lawfully married to him and to cohabit with him in that belief | 10 Years + Fine | Non-Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : A man by deceit causing a woman not lawfully married to him to believe that she is lawfully married to him and to cohabit with him in that belief
Punishment : 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
FAQ's on IPC Section 493
What offence is defined under IPC 493?
IPC 493 Offence: A man by deceit causing a woman not lawfully married to him to believe that she is lawfully married to him and to cohabit with him in that belief.
What is the punishment for IPC 493 Case?
The punishment for IPC 493 is 10 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 493 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 493 is a Non-Cognizable.
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Is IPC 493 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 493 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 493 be tried?
IPC 493 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.
