Which of the following Sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) defines the offence "Sedition"?

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Answer 1

The Correct answer is Section 124A.

Key Points

Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) pertains to the offence of sedition.
The section defines sedition as any act or attempt to bring hatred or contempt, or to excite disaffection towards the government established by law in India.
It covers actions in the form of words, signs, visible representations, or otherwise.
The punishment for sedition can include imprisonment for life, to which a fine may be added, or imprisonment which may extend to three years, to which a fine may be added, or fine.
This section has been a subject of debate and controversy regarding its implications on the freedom of speech and expression in India.

Additional Information

Section 171B
- Section 171B of the Indian Penal Code defines the offence of bribery related to elections.
- It deals with the offering or accepting of gratification as a motive or reward for inducing a person to exercise any electoral right.
Section 268
- Section 268 of the Indian Penal Code defines the offence of public nuisance.
- It pertains to an act or illegal omission causing any common injury, danger, or annoyance to the public or to the people in general who live or occupy property in the vicinity.
Section 229A
- Section 229A of the Indian Penal Code deals with the offence of failure by a person released on bail or bond to appear in Court.
- It specifies the punishment for such a failure, which is imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine, or with both.