Section 176 of IPC : Section 176: Omission To Give Notice Or Information To Public Servant By Person Legally Bound To Give It

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a factory owner is legally required to report any accidents that occur on the premises to the local health and safety government officer. One day, an accident happens resulting in minor injuries to a worker. However, the factory owner, knowing that a report might lead to an inspection and potential fines, decides not to report the accident. This is a deliberate omission of information that he is legally bound to provide. If discovered, under Section 176 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860, the factory owner could face simple imprisonment for up to one month or a fine up to five hundred rupees, or both, for not furnishing the required information to the public servant.