IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 171I IPC

Failure to keep election accounts

Offence

Whoever being required by any law for the time being in force or any rule having the force of law to keep accounts of expenses incurred at or in connection with an election fails to keep such accounts

Punishment

shall be punished with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees.

Punishment summary

  • Fine: five hundred rupees.
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FAQ — Section 171I IPC

Section 171I of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Failure to keep election accounts”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.