Section 122 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) deals with the offence of “Collecting arms, etc., with the intention of waging war against the Government of India.” It is related to acts that involve the preparation or gathering of arms, ammunition, or military equipment with the intent to wage war against the Government of India.
According to Section 122 of IPC
Whoever collects men, arms or ammunition or otherwise prepares to wage war with the intention of either waging or being prepared to wage war against the Government of India, shall be punished with imprisonment for life or imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Classification Of Offence
Punishment:- Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for 10 years and fine—Cognizable—Non-bailable—Triable by Court of Session—Non-compoundable.
| 1. Subs. by the A.O. 1950, for “Queen”. |
| 2. Subs. by Act 26 of 1955, sec. 117 and Sch., for “transportation for life” (w.e.f. 1-1-1956). |
| 3. Subs. by Act 16 of 1921, sec. 3, for “and shall forfeit all his property”. |
FAQs: IPC Section 122 (Collecting Arms with Intent to Wage War)
What does Section 122 of the IPC deal with?
Section 122 of the IPC deals with the offence of “Collecting arms, etc., with the intention of waging war against the Government of India.” It pertains to acts involving the gathering or preparation of men, arms, ammunition, or military equipment with the intention of waging war against the Government of India.
What constitutes the offence under Section 122 of the IPC?
The offence is committed when a person collects men, arms, ammunition, or otherwise prepares to wage war with the intent of either waging or being prepared to wage war against the Government of India.
What is the punishment for the offence under Section 122?
The punishment for the offence under Section 122 IPC is imprisonment for life or imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years. Additionally, the convicted person may also be liable to pay a fine.
What is the classification of the offence under Section 122?
The classification of the offence is as follows:
Punishment: Imprisonment for life or imprisonment for 10 years and a fine.
Nature: Cognizable (officer can arrest without a warrant), Non-bailable (accused cannot be released on bail as a matter of right), Triable by Court of Session (a higher court with jurisdiction over serious offences), and Non-compoundable (the case cannot be settled between the parties without court permission).
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