IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 336 IPC

Act endangering life or personal safety of others

Offence

Whoever does any act so rashly or negligently as to endanger human life or the personal safety others,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to two hundred and fifty rupees, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: three months.
  • Fine: two hundred and fifty rupees.

FAQ — Section 336 IPC

Section 336 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Act endangering life or personal safety of others”. 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 three months or with fine which may extend to two hundred and fifty rupees, 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.