IPC Section 278. Making atmosphere noxious to health

Category of Bare Act Name of the Act Year of Promulgation
Criminal Laws Indian Penal Code 1860
Act Number Enactment Date Chapter Number
45 06.10.1860 14
Chapter Title Sub-Chapter Legislated by
Of Offences Affecting the Public Health, Safety, Convenience, Decency and morals - Parliament of India

Whoever voluntarily vitiates the atmosphere in any place so as to make it noxious to the health of persons in general dwelling or carrying on business in the neighborhood or passing along a public way, shall be punished with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees.

Offence Description Punishment provided Cognizable/Non-Cognizable
Making atmosphere noxious to health Fine of 500 rupees. Non-Cognizable
Bailable/Non-Bailable Trial Court Details Compoundable/Non-Compoundable
Bailable Any Magistrate Non-Compoundable
Compoundable by Whom Concerned Ministry Concerned Department
Non-Compoundable Ministry of Home Affairs Department of Internal Security