Section 213 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with refusing oath or affirmation when Duly required by public servant to Make it. Under the old law this was Section 178 of the IPC.
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Section 213 BNS - Refusing oath or affirmation when Duly required by public servant to Make it
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 213 - Refusing oath or affirmation when Duly required by public servant to Make it
- Old provision
- Section 178 IPC
- Punishment
- Simple imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- The Court in which the offence is committed, subject to the provisions of Chapter XXVIII; or, if not
Old law → Section 213 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 178 IPC | Modified | Upper limit of fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees. |
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