Section 475 of IPC : Section 475: Counterfeiting Device Or Mark Used For Authenticating Documents Described In Section 467, Or Possessing Counterfeit Marked Material

Explanation using Example

Imagine a person named Rohan who works at a printing press. He has been approached by a group of individuals who ask him to create a special kind of paper that replicates the watermark used in government-issued land ownership certificates. Rohan knows that these certificates are considered valuable documents under section 467 of the Indian Penal Code. Despite this knowledge, he agrees to create the watermarked paper, understanding that the group intends to use this paper to forge land ownership documents to deceive property buyers.

If caught, Rohan could be charged under section 475 of the Indian Penal Code, as he has counterfeited the watermark (a device or mark used for authenticating documents) on the material that is intended to be used for creating forged documents. He would then be subject to the penalties outlined in the section, which could include imprisonment for life or up to seven years, and also a fine.