IPC Section 436 - Mischief By Fire Or Explosive Substance With Intent To Destroy House

Whoever commits mischief by fire or any explosive substance, intending to cause, or knowing it to be likely that he will thereby cause, the destruction of any building which is ordinarily used as a place of worship or as a human dwelling or as a place for the custody of property, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

IPC Section 436: Explained in Simple Terms

If a person uses fire or explosives to damage a property he knows is used as a place of worship, or human settlement, and if while doing such an act he/she is aware that such mischief will cause harm, he/she becomes liable to be jailed for life, or up to 10 years. The person may also have to pay some fine.

Key Details of IPC Section 436