Section 159: Affray

Q: What does Section 159 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deal with?

Section 159 IPC pertains to "Affray". It is part of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 159 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs affray. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 159 IPC still in force?

Yes, Section 159 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 159 IPC?

धारा 159 IPC is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 159 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860. Section 159 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs affray. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 159 IPC?

Dhara 159 IPC is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 159 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 159 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs affray. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 159 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860?

Cite as: "Section 159, The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Indian Penal Code, 1860, § 159 (India).

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