Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
XV · Section 291

Negligent conduct with respect to animal

Synced on 04 Jul 2026Text as per India Code

Whoever knowingly or negligently omits to take such measures with any animal in his possession as is sufficient to guard against any probable danger to human life, or any probable danger of grievous hurt from such animal, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

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