Indian Penal Code

Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections.

Search IPC sections by number, title, chapter or legal keyword. IPC has been replaced by Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for new criminal law matters from 1 July 2024, but it remains important for older cases, references and legal research.

Chapter 20

IPC Section 497 - Adultery

IPC Section 497 deals with adultery.

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Important legal update

As per the new criminal laws effective from 1 July 2024, IPC has been replaced by Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Use this portal for reference, older matters and legal research.