Section 420 IPC

Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) deals with the offense of cheating and dishonestly inducing the delivery of property. It applies when a person deceives another with fraudulent intent, leading the victim to deliver property or valuable security. The offense under Section 420 is a cognizable and non-bailable offense, punishable with imprisonment of up to seven years, along with a fine. This section aims to address cases of fraud and cheating where the accused has intentionally misled or tricked someone to gain unlawful benefits at the expense of the victim.