Section 303 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 View Chapter 16

Punishment for murder by life-convict.

Of offences affecting life

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Whoever, being under sentence of 1 [imprisonment for life], commits murder, shall be punished with death.

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Footnote -

1. Subs. by Act 26 of 1955, s. 117 and the Sch., for 'transportation for life" (w.e.f. 1-1-1956).