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SECTION 357 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person


Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 357 has been replaced with BNS Section 135 with effect from July 1, 2024.
(Fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.)

Please refer to BNS 135 for updated procedures & punishments.

Table of Contents
  1. IPC 357 in Simple Words
  2. IPC Section 357 related FAQs
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting wrongfully to confine that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.



IPC 357 in Simple Words

Section 357 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone assaults or uses criminal force against another person while trying to wrongfully confine them, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to one year, or a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both.


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Offence : Assault or use of criminal Force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person


Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both


Cognizance : Cognizable


Bail : Bailable


Triable : Any Magistrate



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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 357 of the CRPC?

If a court imposes a punishment in which a fine is not included, it may order that the accused pay compensation to any person who has been injured or suffered loss as a result of the act the accused has committed.


What is Section 357 of?

Anyone who has unlawful carnal contact with a woman, girl or child, either without consent or consented to by the victim, is guilty of this crime.


What is Article 357 of Indian Constitution?

Article 357 of the Constitution of India 1950 The President may authorize expenditures from the Consolidated Fund of the State when the House of the People has not convened, pending the approval of the expenditure by the Parliament.