Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
XI · Section 196

Using evidence known to be false

Synced on 04 Jul 2026Text as per India Code

Whoever corruptly uses or attempts to use as true or genuine evidence any evidence which he knows to be false or fabricated, shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave or fabricated false evidence.

Judgments on Section 196