Chapter XVIII — OF OFFENCES RELATING TO DOCUMENTSAND TO2*** PROPERTY MARKS

Section 469Forgery for purpose of harming reputation

Section 469: Forgery for purpose of harming reputation

469. Forgery for purpose of harming reputation

Whoever commits forgery, [intending that the document or electronic record forged] shall harm the reputation of any party, or knowing that it is likely to be used for that purpose, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.