IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 317 IPC

Exposure and abandonment of child under twelve years, by parent or person having care of it

Offence

Whoever being the father or mother of a child under the age of twelve years, or having the care of such child, shall expose or leave such child in any place with the intention of wholly abandoning such child,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: seven years.
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FAQ — Section 317 IPC

Section 317 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Exposure and abandonment of child under twelve years, by parent or person having care of it”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, or with fine, or with both.

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.