IPC Section 193 - Punishment For False Evidence

Whoever intentionally gives false evidence in any of a Judicial proceeding, or fabricates false evidence for the purpose of being used in any stage of a Judicial proceeding, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine; and whoever intentionally gives or fabricates false evidence in any other case, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.

IPC Section 193: Explained In Simple Terms.

This legal provision states that if someone deliberately provides false evidence during a Court case or makes false evidence to be used in Court, they can be punished with up to seven years in prison and may also have to pay a fine. If someone gives or creates false evidence in any other situation, they can be punished with up to three years in prison and may also face a fine. The law is designed to discourage dishonesty in both Judicial and other contexts.

Key Details of IPC Section 193

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