IPC Section 435- Mischief By Fire Or Explosive Substance With Intent To Cause Damage To The Amount Of One Hundred Or (in case of agricultural produce) Ten Rupees

Whoever commits mischief by fire or any explosive substance intending to cause, or knowing it to be likely that he will thereby cause, damage to any property to the amount of one hundred rupees or upwards or (where the property is agricultural produce) ten rupees or upwards, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to fine.

IPC Section 435: Explained in simple terms

If someone deliberately uses fire or explosives to damage property worth at least one hundred rupees, or agricultural produce worth at least ten rupees, they can be punished with up to seven years in prison and may also have to pay a fine. This law addresses the crime of causing significant damage using dangerous methods, ensuring that severe penalties are imposed for such actions.

Key Details of IPC Section 435