Section 214 - Trial by ordeal.

Whoever presides or is present at an unlawful trial by ordeal shall be punished-

(a) with imprisonment which may extend to ten years or with fine or with both; and

(b) if such trial results in the death of any party to the proceeding shall be punished with death.

Explanation

The trial by any ordeal which is likely to result in the death of or bodily injury to any party to the proceeding is unlawful.