IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 322 IPC

Voluntarily causing grievous hurt

Offence

Whoever voluntarily causes hurt, if the hurt which he intends to cause or knows himself to be likely to cause is grievous hurt, and if the hurt which he causes is grievous hurt, is said “voluntarily to cause grievous hurt”.

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FAQ — Section 322 IPC

Section 322 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Voluntarily causing grievous hurt”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whoever voluntarily causes hurt, if the hurt which he intends to cause or knows himself to be likely to cause is grievous hurt, and if the hurt which he causes is grievous hurt, is said “voluntarily to cause grievous hurt”.

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.