IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 95 IPC

Act causing slight harm

Offence

Nothing is an offence by reason that it causes, or that it is intended to cause, or that it is known to be likely to cause, any harm, if that harm is so slight that no person of ordinary sense and temper would complain of such harm.

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FAQ — Section 95 IPC

Section 95 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Act causing slight harm”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Nothing is an offence by reason that it causes, or that it is intended to cause, or that it is known to be likely to cause, any harm, if that harm is so slight that no person of ordinary sense and temper would complain of such harm.

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.