IPC Section 311 — Punishment

offences affecting the human body

Criminal

Punishment

Life imprisonment and fine

As the section puts it: “shall be punished with imprisonment for life, and shall also be liable to fine”

Summary

A person who is a thug is guilty of an offense. The punishment for this offense is imprisonment for the rest of their life, and they may also be ordered to pay a fine.

Official Text

Whoever is a thug, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, and shall also be liable to fine.

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