Section 302 IPC

Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) prescribes the punishment for murder. It applies when a person commits the intentional killing of another with malice aforethought. Under this section, the punishment for murder is either the death penalty or life imprisonment, along with a possible fine. The gravity of the crime is determined by factors such as premeditation, brutality, and intent. Section 302 is one of the most severe provisions in Indian law, reflecting the seriousness of the crime and aiming to deliver justice for the unlawful taking of life.