Section 500:
Punishment for defamation.
Whoever defames another shall be punished with simple
imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
45/1860 - The Indian Penal Code, 1860 ▶
Act Number: 45
Act Name: The Indian Penal Code, 1860
Year: 1860
Enactment Date: 1860-10-06
Long Title: It is expedient to provide a general Penal Code forindia;
Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
Department: Department of Internal Security