Section 409 of IPC : Section 409: Criminal Breach Of Trust By Public, Servant Or By Banker, Merchant Or Agent

Explanation using Example

Imagine a government official responsible for managing funds allocated for a public infrastructure project. If this official diverts some of these funds into his personal account for his own use, he has committed a breach of trust. Since he is a public servant entrusted with the property (funds), under Section 409 of The Indian Penal Code, he can be charged with criminal breach of trust and, if found guilty, could face imprisonment for life or up to ten years, along with a fine.