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Section 296 - Indian Penal Code, 1860

Indian Penal Code, 1860

296. Disturbing religious assembly

Whoever voluntarily causes disturbance to any assembly lawfully engaged in the performance of religious worship, or religious ceremonies, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.

Related Sections

Section 141: Unlawful assembly
Section 279: Rash driving or riding on a public way
Section 10: Man, Woman
Section 172: Absconding to avoid service of summons or other proceeding
Section 377: Unnatural offences

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