Definition of IPC 153:

Wantonly giving provocation with intent to cause riot-if rioting be committed-if not committed.

Classification :

This section is Bailable, Cognizable and Non-compoundable.

Triable By :

According to Para 1 – Any Magistrate

According to Para 2 – Magistrate of the first class

Punishment :

According to Para 1 – Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine, or both.

According to Para 2 – Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine, or both.