CrPC Section 411
Section 411 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), 1973 (India):
Section 411 CrPC — Taking bond for keeping the peace from persons disseminating seditious matters
📜 Text of Section 411:
When any person is reasonably suspected of having disseminated seditious matter or of having committed any offence punishable under Sections 124A, 153A, 153B, or 505 of the Indian Penal Code, the District Magistrate, Sub-divisional Magistrate, or any Police Officer may require such person to execute a bond, with or without sureties, for keeping the peace for a period not exceeding one year.
🔍 Explanation and Key Points:
Who can require the bond?
District Magistrate
Sub-divisional Magistrate
Any Police Officer
Who is liable to give bond?
A person reasonably suspected of disseminating seditious matter or committing offences related to:
Sedition (Section 124A IPC)
Promoting enmity between groups (Section 153A IPC)
Imputations or assertions prejudicial to national integration (Section 153B IPC)
Statements causing fear or alarm (Section 505 IPC)
Purpose of the bond:
To ensure the person keeps the peace and does not commit further offences of similar nature.
Duration:
The bond is for a period not exceeding one year.
⚖️ Practical Use:
Used as a preventive measure to maintain public order.
Helps authorities to monitor and restrain persons who may incite unrest or hatred.
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