A person 'X' hits another person 'Y' with a wooden stick on provocation. This leads to the formation of a bruise 3 cm × 3 cm on the forearm. No other injuries are noted. Which of the following is true, regarding his punishment -
High-Yield Explanation
The person Y has developed simple hurt (non-grievous) without provocation and with a non-dangerous weapon.
The punishment for voluntarily causing hurt (no provocation, non-grievous hurt, non-dangerous weapon) is imprisonment up to 1 year with or without a fine of 1000 Rs. (Sec 323 IPC).