406 IPC in Hindi, Section 406 IPC in Hindi
Dhara 406 – Punishment for criminal breach of trust
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406 IPC, Section 406 IPC – Punishment for criminal breach of trust
Section 406
Punishment for criminal breach of trust.—Whoever commits criminal breach of trust shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.
What is IPC 406, Section 406 Indian Penal Code
Section 406 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) deals with the offense of “Criminal Breach of Trust.” Here are the key details of IPC 406:
- Description of the Offense: IPC 406 defines the offense as follows: Whoever commits criminal breach of trust shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with a fine, or with both.
- Criminal Breach of Trust: Criminal breach of trust occurs when someone who is entrusted with property, or has control over someone else’s property, dishonestly misappropriates or converts that property for their benefit or the benefit of any person other than the owner. In simple terms, it involves a breach of trust by someone who was expected to handle the property or assets in a lawful and trustworthy manner.
- Punishment: The punishment for this offense may include imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both. The severity of the punishment may vary depending on the specific facts and circumstances of the case.