IPC Section 221
What Does Section 221 Say?
Section 221 of the Indian Penal Code deals with the offence of mischief committed by killing or injuring cattle or other animals that are kept in ponds, tanks, or enclosed places, which are usually meant for rearing or protecting such animals.
๐ Simplified Explanation:
If a person kills or causes injury to any cattle or animal that is:
Kept in a pond, tank, or enclosed area,
For the purpose of protection, rearing, or other lawful use,
Then that person is guilty of mischief under Section 221.
โ๏ธ Key Elements:
| Element | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Animal/Cattle | Domestic animals like cows, buffaloes, goats, etc. |
| Location | Animals kept in ponds, tanks, or enclosed places |
| Injury or death caused | Killing or maiming of those animals |
| Intent | Intentionally causing such injury or death |
๐งพ Punishment:
Imprisonment which may extend to two years, or
Fine, or
Both.
๐ Purpose:
To protect valuable domestic animals, especially those kept in protected or confined areas.
To prevent destruction of livestock which can cause economic loss.
๐ง Example:
Someone kills fish or cattle kept in a fish pond owned by a farmer.
This is punishable as mischief under Section 221 IPC.
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