Section 132 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with assault or criminal force to deter Public servant from discharge of his Duty. Under the old law this was Section 353 of the IPC.
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Section 132 BNS - Assault or criminal force to deter Public servant from discharge of his Duty
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 132 - Assault or criminal force to deter Public servant from discharge of his Duty
- Old provision
- Section 353 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 2 years, fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 132 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 353 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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