IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 495 IPC

Same offence with concealment of former marriage from person with whom subsequent marriage is contracted

Offence

Whoever commits the offence defined in the last preceding section having concealed from the person with whom the subsequent marriage is contracted, the fact of the former marriage,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: ten years.
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FAQ — Section 495 IPC

Section 495 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Same offence with concealment of former marriage from person with whom subsequent marriage is contracted”. 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 ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

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.