IPC Section 429
IPC Section 429 – Mischief by killing or maiming cattle, etc., of the value of fifty rupees or upwards
Section 429 IPC deals with mischief or damage to livestock (cattle, horses, elephants, etc.) that belong to another person.
Key Points:
Who is liable?
Anyone who destroys, kills, or maims the property (livestock) of another intentionally.
Property covered
Cattle (cow, bull, ox, etc.)
Horses, elephants, camels
Other livestock
The value of the animal should be 50 rupees or more.
Nature of the offence
This is considered “mischief” under Section 425 IPC.
The act must be intentional, not accidental.
Killing or maiming the animal must cause loss or damage to the owner.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 2 years, or
Fine, or
Both.
Example
A person poisons a cow belonging to his neighbor intentionally, and the cow dies.
Punishable under Sec. 429 IPC if the cow’s value is ₹50 or more.
A person injures a horse belonging to someone else in anger or malice.
Again, liable under this section if the horse is worth ₹50 or more.
Purpose of Section 429 IPC
To protect livestock, which are valuable assets in agriculture and rural economy.
To deter deliberate cruelty or malicious damage to others’ animals.
Ensures compensation and punishment for acts causing financial loss or emotional harm to the owner.
Conclusion
Section 429 IPC punishes anyone who kills or maims cattle or other valuable livestock (₹50 or more) of another person. The punishment is up to 2 years imprisonment, fine, or both, aiming to protect property and livelihood in rural and agricultural communities.
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