Which sections of IPC has been invoked against persons who malignantly do any act which is likely to spread the infection of any disease dangerous to life?

Which sections of IPC has been invoked against persons who malignantly

1.	Which sections of IPC has been invoked against persons who malignantly do any act which is likely to spread the infection of any disease dangerous to life?
Answer» Sections 269 & 270 IPC are being invoked against persons who malignantly do any act which is likely to spread the infection of any disease dangerous to life. Sections 269 (negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) and 270 (malignant act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) come under Chapter XIV of the IPC.. In Section 270, the word 'malignantly' indicates a deliberate intention on the part of the accused.