IPC Section 505 - Statements Conducing To Public Mischief

Whoever makes, publishes, or circulates any statement, rumor, or report

1. With intent to cause, or which is likely to cause, any officer, soldier, sailor, or airman in the Army, Navy, or Air Force of India to mutiny or otherwise disregard or fail in his duty as such; or

2. With intent to cause, or which is likely to cause, fear or alarm to the public, or to any section of the public whereby any person may be induced to commit an offense against the State or against the public tranquility; or

3. With intent to incite, or which is likely to incite, any class or community of persons to commit any offense against any other class or community, shall be punished with imprisonment which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.

IPC Section 505: Explained in simple terms

This legal provision states that anyone who makes, publishes, or spreads statements, rumors, or reports with the intention or likelihood of causing military personnel to disobey their duties, creating fear or panic among the public, or inciting conflict between different groups, can face punishment. The penalties include imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both. The law aims to prevent actions that could disrupt public order or safety.

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