September 11, 2026

Section 174 – Punishment for Undue Influence or Personation at an Election | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Chapter IX – Of Offences Relating to Elections

174. Punishment for Undue Influence or Personation at an Election

Whoever commits the offence of undue influence or personation at an election shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year or with fine, or with both.