“Section”

'Section' means a numbered part of a Chapter of this Code. It applies when you need to identify, locate or cite a specific provision. Consequence: the section number lets you find the exact rule and refer to it precisely.

Priya wants to check the rule for theft in the Code. She goes to the relevant Chapter and reads the numbered section to find the exact wording. Because the law uses section numbers, she quickly locates and cites the provision.