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Section 181 of IPC : Section 181: False statement on oath or affirmation to public servant or person authorised to administer an oath or affirmation

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