# The Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 358: Assault or criminal force on grave provocation

- 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/358/

## Text

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person on grave and sudden provocation given by that person, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both. Explanation.-The last section is subject to the same explanation as section 352. Of kidnapping, abduction, slavery and forced labour

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