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Sahaj Vidhi
Rajasthan Judicial pre 2018

A Patwari while preparing a revenue record, Intentionally enters incorrect facts in the documents and signs & certifies the same with the intention of causing loss to the true owner of the land. The Patwari is guilty of:

Verified Answer
A. Offence of creating false/forged documents punishable under Sections 467 and 468 IPC
B. Offence of using a forged document punishable under Section 471 IPC
C. Offence of criminal breach of trust punishable under Section 406 IPC
D. None of the above

Explanation:

The Patwari intentionally enters incorrect facts in a revenue record, signs, and certifies it with the intention of causing loss. This act constitutes 'making a false document' as defined under Section 464 of the IPC, which is an act of forgery (Section 463 IPC). Depending on the nature of the revenue record and the intent, it could fall under Section 467 (forgery of valuable security) or Section 468 (forgery for the purpose of cheating). Therefore, the Patwari is guilty of offences punishable under Sections 467 and 468 IPC.