Whoever negligently causes energy to be wasted or diverted, or negligently breaks, throws down or damages any electric supply-line, post, pole or lamp or other apparatus connected with the supply of energy, shall be punishable with fine, which may extend to two hundred rupees.
Section 46: Penalty for neglecting wasting energy or injuring works
The Indian Electricity Act, 1910State Act of Bihar · Act 9 of 1910
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Indian Electricity Act, 1910 |
|---|---|
| Section | 46 |
| Marginal note | Penalty for neglecting wasting energy or injuring works |
| Jurisdiction | State of Bihar |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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