Punishment for Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to

Punishment for Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to destroy house has been prescribed in which one of the following Sections of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 ?

Section 436

Section 435

Section 437

Section 434

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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021

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The correct answer is A) Section 436.

Section 436 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, specifically prescribes the punishment for committing mischief by fire or any explosive substance with intent to destroy, or knowing it to be likely that one will thereby cause the destruction of, any building which is ordinarily used as a human dwelling, or as a place for worship, or as a place for the custody of property.

Section 435 deals with mischief by fire or explosive substance causing damage above a certain value, but not necessarily directed at destroying a house. Sections 434 and 437 deal with other specific types of mischief.

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