Section 125
Promoting enmity between classes in connection with election.
The Representation of the People Act, 1951
About this Act
An Act to provide for the conduct of elections to the Houses of Parliament and to the House or Houses of the Legislature of each State, the qualifications and disqualifications for membership of those Houses, the corrupt practices and other offences at or in connection with such elections and the decision of doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with such elections.
1[125. Promoting enmity between classes in connection with election.--Any person who in
connection with an election under this Act promotes or attempts to promote on grounds of religion, race,
caste, community or language, feelings of enmity or hatred, between different classes of the citizens of
India shall he punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or
with both.]
Notes
1. Ins. by Act 40 of 1961, s. 24 (w.e.f. 20-9-1961).