What does Section 124A of Indian Penal Code deal with?

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What does Section 124A of Indian Penal Code deal with?

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Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code deals with sedition. Sedition refers to any act that promotes hatred or disaffection towards the government of India. This includes any speech, writing, or action that encourages violence, public disorder, or rebellion against the government. It is important to note that sedition is a criminal offense in India and can result in imprisonment and fines.

Option 1, Atrocity against women, is incorrect as Section 124A does not specifically deal with crimes against women.

Option 3, Crime for demanding dowry, is also incorrect as it falls under a different section of the Indian Penal Code, Section 498A.

Option 4, Atrocity against SC/ST, is not related to Section 124A. Atrocities against SC/ST communities are covered under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2, Sedition.