WHAT IS IPC 304 IPC Section 304 pertains to the punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder under the Indian Penal Code. It states that whoever commits culpable homicide not amounting to murder shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine. The section is divided into two parts: Section 304 Part : Deals with cases where the act by which the death is caused is done with the intention of causing death or causing such bodily injury as is likely to cause death. Section 304 Part : Applies when the act is done with the knowledge that it is likely to cause death but without any intention to cause death or to cause such bodily injury as is likely to cause death¹². Additionally, there is Section 304A. which is related to causing death by negligence. This section states that whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both. It's important to note that these legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts, and the actual punishment can vary based on the specifics of each case. If you need legal advice, it's best to consult with a qualified lawyers