SHORT ANSWER:
Culpable homicide is punishable with imprisonment which may extend to 10 years, or with fine, or with both.
DETAILS:
- Defined under Section 299 and Section 300 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
- Culpable homicide is the act of causing death with the intention of causing death or with the knowledge that such act is likely to cause death.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Punishment can vary based on the severity and circumstances of the act.
- If it is classified as murder, the punishment can be more severe, including life imprisonment or death penalty.
SOURCE:
- Indian Penal Code (IPC)
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