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SECTION 81 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Act likely to cause harm, but done without criminal intent, and to prevent other harm
Last Updated: 01 Jan, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 81 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 81 of the Indian Penal Code states that an act done with the knowledge that it may cause harm is not an offense if it is done in good faith and without any criminal intention to prevent or avoid harm to a person or property.
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