IPC Section 7 — Sense of expression once explained

general explanations

General

Summary

If a term or phrase is defined anywhere in the Indian Penal Code, that same meaning applies every time the term is used anywhere else in the Code. You do not need to look for a different meaning in a different part of the law.

Official Text

Every expression which is explained in any part of this Code, is used in every part of this Code in conformity with the Explanation.

Related Judgments

  • Chenna Boyanna Krishna Yadav ...Applicant vs 1. The State of Maharashtra,, 2. The Union of India through, CBI, Mumb — Bombay High Court (Mumbai Principal Seat) (2005)
  • Sanjay Pandurang Singhan; ... vs The State of Maharashtra and Anr., …, Mr. Viral Rathod with Ms. Shivan — Bombay High Court (Mumbai Principal Seat) (2025)
  • REKHA SHARMA; ….. vs CENTRAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION, ….., Advocates who appeared in this c — Delhi High Court (2015)

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