IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 199 IPC

False statement made in declaration which is by law receivable as evidence

Offence

Whoever, in any declaration made or subscribed by him, which declaration any Court of Justice, or any public servant or other person, is bound or authorized by law to receive as evidence of any fact, makes any statement which is false, and which he either knows or believes to be false or does not believe to be true, touching any point material to the object for which the declaration is made or used,

Punishment

shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave false evidence.

Punishment summary

  • See punishment clause in section text.
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FAQ — Section 199 IPC

Section 199 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “False statement made in declaration which is by law receivable as evidence”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave false evidence.

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.