Not 220-320… Why are only 420 called thugs? After all, how did this number become the identity of fraudsters?

“No one greater than us 420 has been born!”, “Don’t be too clever, 420 do you understand?” India You must have heard such phrases in Hindi. Be it a friend, a neighbor or a film dialogue, when you hear 420 words, only one picture comes to your mind, which is of a deceitful person.

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But have you ever wondered why those who cheat are called 420? Why not 220-320? Why are only 420 called thugs? If you also want to know the real reason behind this number, then the following story will definitely surprise you.

420 is not an abuse, it is a section of the law

Actually, 420 is not a number made up just like that. This is a very serious section of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The direct meaning of Section 420 of IPC is to cause harm to someone by cheating or usurping his property. That is, if a person cleverly fools you and snatches money, land, goods or any kind of property, then he directly comes under the ambit of 420. That is why such people are called 420.

Not just cheating, all these things also come in 420

Section 420 is not limited to lying only. Many serious crimes are included under this. Such as making fake documents, fraudulently making changes to someone’s property, signing fake signatures, helping someone in fraud. That means, if you are not a swindler yourself, but are supporting a swindler, you can still get caught in the clutches of 420.

You will be shocked to hear the punishment under section 420.

According to Indian law, if found guilty of Section 420, the punishment is up to 7 years in jail, financial fine, and this offense is considered non-bailable. It means clearly that bail is not available from the police station. The case goes directly to court and the hearing is held before a first class magistrate. However, if the court wishes, it can allow a settlement between the victim and the accused.

The names of fraudsters in these countries too are 420

The interesting thing is that 420 words are not limited to India only. In countries like Pakistan and Myanmar, fraudsters are also called 420. In Nigeria, the same crime is registered under Article 419. Now you will understand why being called 420 is a shame. Now the next time someone calls you or anyone else 420, understand that this is not just a joke, but a serious legal identification. 420 means not clever, but criminal in the eyes of law.