Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08
438. Punishment for the mischief described in section 437 committed by fire or explosive
substance. — Whoever commits, or attempts to commit, by fire or any explosive substance, such mischief as is described in the last preceding section, shall be punished with[2] [imprisonment for life], or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Source: India Code