In a country where maritime navigation and safety play a crucial role in trade, security, and daily life, misleading markers or signals can lead to disastrous consequences. IPC Section 281 deals with the deliberate exhibition of a false light, mark, or buoy, which can endanger vessels and human lives. According to the Indian Penal Code (IPC), any individual found guilty of such an act is liable for legal consequences. But what exactly does this law entail, and why is it so significant?