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SECTION 500 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Punishment for defamation
Last Updated: 01 Jun, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 500
According to section 500 of Indian penal code, Whoever defames another shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defamation against the President or the Vice-president or the Governor of a State or Administrator of a Union Territory or a Minister in respect of his conduct in the discharge of his public functions when instituted upon a complaint made by the Public Prosecutor | Simple Imprisonment for 2 Years or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Court of Session |
| Defamation in any other case | Simple Imprisonment for 2 Years or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Defamation against the President or the Vice-president or the Governor of a State or Administrator of a Union Territory or a Minister in respect of his conduct in the discharge of his public functions when instituted upon a complaint made by the Public Prosecutor
Punishment : Simple Imprisonment for 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
Offence : Defamation in any other case
Punishment : Simple Imprisonment for 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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FAQ's on IPC Section 500
What offence is defined under IPC 500?
IPC 500 Offence: Defamation against the President or the Vice-president or the Governor of a State or Administrator of a Union Territory or a Minister in respect of his conduct in the discharge of his public functions when instituted upon a complaint made by the Public Prosecutor.
What is the punishment for IPC 500 Case?
The punishment for IPC 500 is Simple Imprisonment for 2 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 500 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 500 is a Non-Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 500 offence?
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Is IPC 500 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 500 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 500 be tried?
IPC 500 is tried in the court of Court of Session.
