EY Dear HR Recruiters
I'm writing to inform you about a recent incident involving a petty case under IPC Section 269. I was accused of littering, and I have already paid the fine associated with the case. The matter is currently in the process of being closed in court soon.
Given the transparent nature of my communication, I am contemplating whether to disclose this incident in my job application, if disclosed will it lead to rejection? KPMG Deloitte Ey global delivery services PwC
Section 269 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) deals with the "negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life." It states:
"Whoever unlawfully or negligently does any act which is, and which he knows or has reason to believe to be, likely to spread the infection of any disease dangerous to life, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both."
This section is applicable in situations where an individual knowingly or negligently engages in activities that could spread a disease dangerous to life, such as contagious diseases like tuberculosis, cholera, or COVID-19, among others. The offense carries a punishment of imprisonment for up to six months, a fine, or both.