The Indian Penal Code, 1860
CHAPTER I to X
CHAPTER X: OF CONTEMPTS OF THE LAWFUL AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC SERVANTS
Section 181: False statement on oath or affirmation to public servant or person authorised to administer an oath or affirmation
Explanation using examples
Example 1:
Ravi is a witness in a court case involving a property dispute. He is legally bound by an oath to tell the truth before the judge, who is a public servant. During his testimony, Ravi falsely claims that he saw the defendant signing the property documents, even though