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Section 278 Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860

Section 278 Indian Penal Code

Section 278 of the Indian Penal Code 1860 is about Making atmosphere noxious to health. It is under CHAPTER XIV (OF OFFENCES AFFECTING THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, CONVENIENCE, DECENCYAND MORALS) of the Code.

Making atmosphere noxious to health

Whoever voluntarily vitiates the atmosphere in any place so as to make it noxious to the health of persons in general dwelling or carrying on business in the neighbourhood or passing along a public way, shall be punished with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees.

See also Section 40 Indian Contract Act 1872 (Person by whom …)

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