325. Whoever commits mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming or rendering useless any animal shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years, or with fine, or with both.
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Section 325: Mischief by killing or maiming animal
Chapter XVII — Of Offences Against Property
Source: official text of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (Ministry of Home Affairs).