Section 294 Indian Penal Code

Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code 1860 is about Obscene acts and songs. It is under CHAPTER XIV (OF OFFENCES AFFECTING THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, CONVENIENCE, DECENCYAND MORALS) of the Code.

Obscene acts and songs

Whoever, to the annoyance of others,

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(a) does any obscene act in any public place, or

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(b) sings, recites or utters any obscene song, ballad or words, in or near any public place,

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine, or with both.