Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person on grave and sudden provocation given by that person, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.

Explanation: This section is subject to the same Explanation as section 129.

BNSS Classification

• Simple imprisonment for one month, or fine of 1,000 rupees, or both.
• Non-cognizable
• Bailable
• Triable by Any Magistrate.