IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 432 IPC

Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage

Offence

Whoever commits mischief by doing any act which causes or which he knows to be likely to cause an inundation or an obstruction to any public drainage attended with injury or damage,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: five years.
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FAQ — Section 432 IPC

Section 432 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage”. 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 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.