Section 4 of IPC : Section 4: Extension of Code to extra-territorial offences

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rahul, an Indian citizen, travels to France for a business trip. While in France, he gets into a heated argument with a colleague and assaults him, causing serious injury. Under Section 4 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Rahul can be prosecuted for assault in India, even though the crime was committed in France. This is because the provisions of the Code apply to any offence committed by an Indian citizen outside India.

Example 2:

An Indian cargo ship registered in Mumbai is sailing in international waters. During the voyage, a crew member named Suresh steals valuable equipment from the ship. Despite the theft occurring outside Indian territorial waters, Suresh can be prosecuted under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, ...

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