IPC Section 17 — Government

general explanations

General

Summary

The word "Government" in this law refers to either the Central Government of India or the government of any State. It does not include local bodies or other authorities unless specified elsewhere.

Official Text

The word “Government” denotes the Central Government or the Government of a State.

Related Judgments

  • S.C.R. 139 DURYODHAN ROUT v. STATE OF OR — Supreme Court of India (2014)
  • CRL A(MD)/376/2017 — Madras High Court ()
  • ... Petitioners/Accused 1-4 vs 1. The State — Madras High Court (2013)
  • ... Petitioners/Accused 1-4 vs 1. The State — Madras High Court (2013)
  • 3 KALIAMMAL, vs STATE REP. BY, [ RESPONDENT ] — Madras High Court (2017)
  • ANKUSH MARUTI SHINDE AND OTHERS v. STATE OF MAHARASHTRA — Supreme Court of India (2019)
  • ... Appellant/2nd Accused vs State by the Inspector of Police, — Madras High Court (2013)
  • .. Petitioner/Accused No.1 vs 1. State (S.I. of Police), — Madras High Court (2013)

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