Indian Penal Code 1860
Section 338 :
Causing grievous hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others:
(See section 125 of BNS 2023)
Classification of Offence:
Offence : Causing grievous hurt by an act which endangers human life, etc.
Punishment : Imprisonment for 2 years, or fine of 1000 rupees, or both.
Cognizable or Non-cognizable : Cognizable
Bailable or Non-bailable : Bailable
Compoundable or Non-compoundable : The person to whom hurt is caused.
By Which Court Triable : Any Magistrate.
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Whoever causes grievous hurt to any person by doing any act so rashly or negligently as to endanger human life, or the personal safety of others, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.
