Section 248
Altering appearance of coin with intent that it shall pass as coin of different description.
About this Act
It is expedient to provide a general Penal Code forindia;
Whoever performs on any coin any operation which alters the appearance of that coin, with the intention
that the said coin shall pass as a coin of a different description, shall be punished with imprisonment of
either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.