Section 143 of CrPC : Section 143: Magistrate may prohibit repetition or continuance of public nuisance.

CrPC

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi owns a factory that emits a lot of smoke, causing severe air pollution in a residential area. The residents have complained multiple times about the health issues they are facing due to the smoke. The District Magistrate, after investigating the matter, issues an order to Ravi to stop the factory operations until proper pollution control measures are implemented. This order is given under Section 143 of The Code Of Criminal Procedure 1973 to prevent the continuation of the public nuisance caused by the factory's emissions.

Example 2:

A local market in a small town has several vendors who play loud music to attract customers. The noise levels are extremely high, especially during the night, disturbing the peace of the nearby residential area. After receiving numerous complaints, the Sub-divisional Magistrate orders the vendors to stop playing loud music after 9 PM. This order is issued under Section 143 of The Code Of Criminal Procedure 1973 to prevent the repetition of the public nuisance caused by the loud music.

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