Punishments

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Section 53 of the Indian Penal Code deals with punishments.

Scope of Section 53

In the Indian Penal Code, Section 53, specifically deals with different types of punishments which can be given by the Criminal Courts if the person is held liable under the Code.

There are five kinds of punishments recognized under Section 53 of the Code:

1. Death;
2. Imprisonment for life;
3. Imprisonment:

1. Rigorous Imprisonment; or 
2. Simple Imprisonment.

1. Forfeiture of property;
2. Fine.

Considering the above punishments, the courts are supposed to follow the procedures and provisions which are prescribed under other adjective and substantive laws. 

As per the scheme of the Code the maximum punishment is prescribed, leaving the minimum to the discretion of the Judge. The Judge has all the means to form an opinion on the sentence which would meet the end of justice in a particular case. If the offence is grave in nature then the Code had prescribed the maximum and the minimum duration of the punishment.

https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/punishment-is-an-effective-tool-for-crime-control-5732.asp

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