Section 295 of IPC : Section 295: Injuring or defiling place of worship, with intent to insult the religion of any class

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a resident of a small village, harbors a grudge against a particular religious community. One night, he sneaks into a temple belonging to that community and smashes several idols and sacred objects. His actions are discovered the next morning, causing outrage among the community members. Ravi's actions are a clear violation of Section 295 of the Indian Penal Code, as he intentionally damaged a place of worship with the intent to insult the religion of that community. He could be punished with imprisonment for up to two years, a fine, or both.

Example 2:

During a heated political rally, a group of individuals led by a local leader, Arjun, vandalizes a mosque by spray-painting offensive symbols and slogans on its walls. The act is intended to provoke and insult the religious sentiments of the Muslim community in the area. The police arrest Arjun and his follower...

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