Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
XVI · Section 338

Causing grievous hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others

Synced on 04 Jul 2026Text as per India Code

Whoever causes grievous hurt to any person by doing any act so rashly or negligently as to endanger human life, or the personal safety of others, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. Of wrongful restraint and wrongful confinement

Judgments on Section 338