Official Text
“Whoever, being a public servant, conducts any examination in a negligent or improper manner, shall be punished.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Being public servant.
- Conducting examination.
- In negligent or improper manner.
Potential Defenses:
- Not a public servant.
- No negligence.
- Proper examination conducted.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Government officials conducting superficial examinations, public servants performing inadequate tests, officials carrying out negligent assessments.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Thorough examinations, proper tests, or diligent assessments.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 1 year, or Fine, or both