By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
ApniLawApniLawApniLaw
  • Home
  • Law Forum
  • Find Lawyers
  • Legal Services
  • Legal News
  • Legal Jobs
  • Legal Articles
    • Documentation
    • Marriage and Divorce
    • Land Dispute & Will
    • Civil
    • Criminal
    • Supreme Court
    • High Court
  • Bare Acts
    • BNSS
    • BNS
    • BSA
    • CrPC
    • DPDP
    • Hindu Marriage Act
    • IPC
    • POCSO
Reading: Section 151 IPC: Knowingly Joining or Continuing in an Unlawful Assembly
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
ApniLawApniLaw
Font ResizerAa
  • Supreme Court
  • High Court
  • Acts
  • Documentation
  • BNSS
  • Home
  • Law Forum
  • Find Lawyers
  • Legal Services
  • Legal News
  • Legal Jobs
  • Legal Articles
    • Documentation
    • Marriage and Divorce
    • Land Dispute & Will
    • Civil
    • Criminal
    • Supreme Court
    • High Court
  • Bare Acts
    • BNSS
    • BNS
    • BSA
    • CrPC
    • DPDP
    • Hindu Marriage Act
    • IPC
    • POCSO
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Advertise
© 2022 Foxiz News Network. Ruby Design Company. All Rights Reserved.
ApniLaw > Blog > Bare Act > IPC > Section 151 IPC: Knowingly Joining or Continuing in an Unlawful Assembly
IPC

Section 151 IPC: Knowingly Joining or Continuing in an Unlawful Assembly

Apni Law
Last updated: June 26, 2025 9:58 am
Apni Law
1 year ago
Share
Indian Penal Code
Indian Penal Code
SHARE

Code

Contents
Explain ItIllustrate ItCommon Questions and AnswersQ: Does merely being present at an assembly make one liable under Section 151?Q: What is the difference between Section 141 and Section 151?

Whoever knowingly joins or continues in any assembly of five or more persons likely to cause a disturbance of the public peace, after such assembly has been lawfully commanded to disperse, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.



Explanation.—If the assembly is an unlawful assembly within the meaning of section 141, the offender will be punishable under section 145.

Explain It

This section addresses the act of knowingly participating in an unlawful assembly. An unlawful assembly is defined in Section 141 IPC, which outlines the criteria:

  • Five or more persons assembled.
  • Common object (shared purpose) of the assembly.
  • The common object is unlawful or the assembly is likely to cause a breach of the peace.

Section 151 specifically targets individuals who are aware that the assembly is unlawful and still choose to join or remain in it. This knowledge of the unlawful nature of the assembly is crucial for prosecution under this section.

Illustrate It

Here are some examples of situations that could fall under Section 151:

  • A group of people gathers with the intention of vandalizing property. You know about this plan and join the group. You have knowingly joined an unlawful assembly.
  • A crowd is protesting, but the situation escalates and becomes violent. You are aware of the violence but remain in the crowd. You are continuing in an unlawful assembly.
  • You see a group of individuals about to engage in a riot. You know it’s unlawful, but you encourage the group by chanting slogans. This would be considered knowingly joining and encouraging an unlawful assembly.

Common Questions and Answers

Q: Does merely being present at an assembly make one liable under Section 151?

A: No. Mere presence is not enough. You must have knowledge of the assembly’s unlawful nature and actively join or continue in it.

Q: What is the difference between Section 141 and Section 151?

A: Section 141 defines unlawful assembly. Section 151 punishes the act of knowingly joining or continuing in an unlawful assembly.

You Might Also Like

Indian Penal Code Section 11: Definition of “Person”

Indian Penal Code Section 14: Definition of “Servant of Government”

IPC Section 205: False Personation in Legal Proceedings

IPC Section 123: Concealing Information to Facilitate War

Indian Penal Code Section 141: Unlawful Assembly

TAGGED:- Section 151 IPC - Unlawful Assembly - Criminal Law - Indian Penal Code - Public Order - Riot - Assembly - Criminal Procedure - Legal - Law Enforcement
Share This Article
Facebook Email Print
Previous Article Indian Penal Code Indian Penal Code Section 150: Hiring for Unlawful Assembly
Next Article Indian Penal Code IPC Section 158: Being Hired for Unlawful Assembly or Riot
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Follow US

Find US on Social Medias
FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe

Weekly Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!
Popular News
High Court of Punjab & Haryana
CriminalFamilyHigh CourtMarriage and DivorceNewsPunjab & Haryana High Court

Conviction For Murder Amounts To Cruelty, Grants As Grounds For Divorce Under the Hindu Marriage Act: Punjab and Haryana High Court

Amna Kabeer
By Amna Kabeer
4 months ago
Mediation Is Only Permissible When Both Parties Agree To It: SC
Supreme Court Directs NTA To Revise NEET-UG 2024 Results Due To Ambiguous Question
Government Considers Legislative Action for Public Access To General Power Of Attorney Documents
Supreme Court Set to Hear Arvind Kejriwal’s Challenge Against ED Arrest on April 15
- Advertisement -
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

Your one-stop destination for legal news, articles, queries, and a directory of lawyers in India – all under one roof at ApniLaw.

Stay Updated

  • BNSS
  • News
  • Documentation
  • Acts
  • Supreme Court
  • High Court

Information

  • ApniLaw Services
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service

Advertise

  • Advertise with us
  • Newsletters
  • Deal

Find Us on Socials

ApniLawApniLaw
Follow US
© ApniLaw 2025. All Rights Reserved.
bg-n
Join Us!
Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc..
Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.

More Interesting News

Who Is Eligible for Free Legal Aid Under the Legal Services Authorities Act? (Section 12)

Calcutta High Court Rules Section 354A IPC Cannot Be Applied Against Women

Calcutta HC Takes Up Pleas for Independent Probe in Law College Rape Case Amid SIT Investigation

login
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?