Section 161 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with abetment of assault by soldier, sailor Or airman on his superior officer, When in execution of his office. Under the old law this was Section 133 of the IPC.
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Section 161 BNS - Abetment of assault by soldier, sailor Or airman on his superior officer, When in execution of his office
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 161 - Abetment of assault by soldier, sailor Or airman on his superior officer, When in execution of his office
- Old provision
- Section 133 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 3 years and fine.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 161 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 133 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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