Section 175 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with false statement in connection with an Election. Under the old law this was Section 171G of the IPC.
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Section 175 BNS - False statement in connection with an Election
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 175 - False statement in connection with an Election
- Old provision
- Section 171G IPC
- Punishment
- Fine.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 175 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 171G IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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