Section 290 of IPC : Section 290: Punishment for public nuisance in cases not otherwise provided for
IPC
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Explanation using Example
Example 1:
Ravi, a street vendor, sets up his stall in the middle of a busy sidewalk, obstructing pedestrians and causing inconvenience to the public. Despite multiple warnings from local authorities, he continues to operate his stall in the same location. Since his actions create a public nuisance and there is no specific provision in the Indian Penal Code that addresses this particular situation, Ravi can be fined up to two hundred rupees under Section 290.
Example 2:
A local resident, Priya, frequently burns garbage in an open area near her house, causing smoke and foul odor to spread throughout the neighborhood. This act disturbs the peace and affects the health of the nearby residents. As there is no specific section in the Indian Penal Code that deals with this type of public nuisance, Priya can be fined up to two hundred rupees under Section 290 for causing a public nuisance.