Of Offencesaffectingthe Human Body

IPC Section 319 - Hurt

Section number319
Chapter16 - Of Offencesaffectingthe Human Body
Related BNS section114
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As per new criminal laws effective from 1 July 2024, IPC has been replaced by Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). This page is useful for older matters, references and legal research.

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Simple language explanation

IPC Section 319 deals with hurt.

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319. Hurt. Whoever causes bodily pain, disease or infirmity to any person is said to cause hurt.

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