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Whoever causes grievous hurt to any person by doing any act so rashly or negligently as to endanger human life, or the personal safety of others, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. Learn about the legal definition, punishment and examples of IPC Section 338, which deals with reckless or negligent acts that cause serious injuries to others. Find out how this section has been replaced by BNS Section 125 from July 1, 2024. The offence under Section 279 IPC (Rash driving or riding on a public way) is non- compoundable. The offence under Section 337 IPC (Causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others) is compoundable with the permission of the court before which the prosecution is pending. Section 338 IPC is also compoundable. Section 338 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) deals with causing grievous hurt through actions that endanger human life or personal safety. It criminalizes acts performed so rashly or negligently that they pose a risk to others and consequently result in grievous hurt to someone.
