Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
XXI · Section 502

Sale of printed or engraved substance containing defamatory matter

Synced on 04 Jul 2026Text as per India Code

Whoever sells or offers for sale any printed or engraved substance containing defamatory matter, knowing that it contains

such matter, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both. OF CRIMINAL INTIMIDATION, INSULT AND ANNOYANCE

Judgments on Section 502