# The Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 429: Mischief by killing or maiming cattle, etc., of any value or any animal of the value of fifty rupees

- 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/429/

## Text

Whoever commits mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming or rendering useless, any elephant, camel, horse, mule, buffalo, bull, cow or ox, whatever may be the value thereof, of any other animal of the value of fifty rupees or upwards, shall be punished with imprisonment or either description for a term which may extend to five years, or with fine, or with both. 430. Mischief by injury to works of irrigation or by wrongfully diverting

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