IPCChapter XVI

S. 318

Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body

Description

Whoever, by secretly burying or otherwise disposing of the dead body of a child whether such child die before or after or during its birth, intentionally conceals or endeavors to conceal the birth of such child, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

Classification u/schedule 1 CrPC

Offence

Punishment

Concealment of birth by secret disposal of dead body

2 Years or Fine or Both

Cognizance

Bail

Triable By

Cognizable

Bailable

Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P.

Composition u/s 320 CrPC

Offence is NOT listed under Compoundable Offences