Section 42: “Local law”

Q: What does Section 42 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deal with?

Section 42 IPC pertains to "“Local law”". It is part of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 42 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs “Local law”. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 42 IPC still in force?

Yes, Section 42 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 42 IPC?

धारा 42 IPC is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 42 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860. Section 42 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs “Local law”. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 42 IPC?

Dhara 42 IPC is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 42 of the The Indian Penal Code, 1860. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 42 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) governs “Local law”. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 42 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860?

Cite as: "Section 42, The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Indian Penal Code, 1860, § 42 (India).

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