Section 230 - Attempt to commit culpable homicide not punishable with death.

Whoever does an act with such intention or knowledge and in such circumstances that, if he by that act caused death, he would be guilty of culpable homicide not punishable with death, shall be punished-

(a) with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years or with fine or with both; or

(b) if hurt is caused to any person by such act with imprisonment which may extend to seven years or with fine or with both.