IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 429 IPC

Mischief by killing or maiming cattle, etc., of any value or any animal of the value of fifty rupees

Offence

Whoever commits mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming or rendering useless, any elephant, camel, horse, mule, buffalo, bull, cow or ox, whatever may be the value thereof, of any other animal of the value of fifty rupees or upwards,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • See punishment clause in section text.
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FAQ — Section 429 IPC

Section 429 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Mischief by killing or maiming cattle, etc., of any value or any animal of the value of fifty rupees”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment or either description for a term which may extend to five 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.