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Section 352 of IPC : Section 352: Punishment for assault or criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation

The Indian Penal Code, 1860

CHAPTER XI to XX

CHAPTER XVI: OF OFFENCES AFFECTING THE HUMAN BODY

Of Criminal Force and Assault

Section 352: Punishment for assault or criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation

Explanation using examples

Example 1:

Ravi and Suresh are neighbors in a residential colony in Mumbai. One day, Ravi and Suresh have a minor argument over parking space. In a fit of anger, Ravi pushes Suresh, causing him to fall and sustain minor injuries. Suresh did not provoke Ravi in any grave or sudden manner.