IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 318 IPC

Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body

Offence

Whoever, by secretly burying or otherwise disposing of the dead body of a child whether such child die before or after or during its birth, intentionally conceals or endeavours to conceal the birth of such child,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 318 IPC

Section 318 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body”. 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 two 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.

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