Indian Penal Code, 1860
Punishment for defamation.—
Section
500
Punishment
Imprisonment up to Two Year(s) + Fine
Cognizable
Non-cognizable
Bailable
Bailable
Compoundable
Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)
Trial Court
Any Magistrate
Bare Act Text
500. Punishment for defamation.—
Whoever defames another shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.