# The Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 138: Abetment of act of insubordination by soldier, sailor or airman

- Act: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Act 45 of 1860)
- In force from: 1862-01-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/ipc/section/138/

## Text

Whoever abets what he knows to be an act of insubordination by an officer, soldier, [sailor or airman], in the Army, [Navy or air Force], of the [Government of India], shall, if such act of insubordination be committed in consequence of that abetment, be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.

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