Union of India - Section Section 279 in The Indian Penal Code , 1860 279 . Rash driving or riding on a public way.— Contains all Enforced Central and State Acts linked with Subordinate Data like Rules,Regulations,Notifications,Orders,Circulars,Ordinances,Statutes. In case of violating the provision mentioned under Section 279 IPC , the offender will be punished with imprisonment which may extend upto six months, or with a fine which may amount to one thousand rupees or both. Section 279 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 ( IPC ) addresses the offence of rash or negligent driving or riding on a public way. In an era marked by increasing vehicular density and a corresponding rise in road accidents, this provision assumes critical importance in the Indian criminal justice system.
