The Indian Penal Code (IPC) is a criminal code in India that defines and categorizes various offenses and their punishments. It was enacted in 1860 during the British colonial rule in India and has been subsequently amended several times. The IPC covers a wide range of crimes, including but not limited to, offenses against the human body (such as murder, assault, and rape), property offenses (such as theft, robbery, and mischief), offenses against the state (such as sedition and treason), and offenses against public peace (such as rioting and unlawful assembly).
The IPC is divided into several chapters, each dealing with different types of offenses. It provides detailed definitions of various offenses, their elements, and the punishment prescribed for each offense. It also includes provisions related to the general principles of criminal law, such as criminal responsibility, criminal intention, and legal defenses.
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