धारा 381

If any person, at any time after the date of the commencement of this Act, makes or circulates any false statement, whether orally or in writing, relating to any matter, to which this Chapter applies, with intent to deceive or mislead, or to influence in any manner the mind of any person in relation to the issue of any securities, he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to five years, or with fine which may extend to five lakh rupees, or with both.