IPC · XV — OF OFFENCES RELATING TO RELIGION

Section 296. Disturbing religious assembly

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

296. Disturbing religious assembly . — Whoever voluntarily causes disturbance to any assembly lawfully engaged in the performance of religious worship, or religious ceremonies, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.

Source: India Code