Section 344 of IPC : Section 344: Wrongful confinement for ten or more days

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a landlord, has a dispute with his tenant, Suresh, over unpaid rent. In a fit of anger, Ravi locks Suresh in a room in the house and does not allow him to leave for 12 days. Suresh is unable to contact anyone for help and is confined against his will. Under Section 344 of the Indian Penal Code, Ravi can be charged with wrongful confinement for ten or more days and may face imprisonment for up to three years and a fine.

Example 2:

Priya, a domestic worker, is accused by her employer, Mrs. Sharma, of stealing jewelry. Without any proof, Mrs. Sharma locks Priya in a storeroom and does not let her out for 15 days, hoping to force a confession. Priya's family eventually finds out and reports the matter to the police. Mrs. Sharma can be prosecuted under Section 344 of the Indian Penal Code for wrongfully confining Priya for more than ten days, and she may be sentenced to imprisonment for up to three years and a fine.