Section 214 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with refusing to answer public servant Authorised to question. Under the old law this was Section 179 of the IPC.
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Section 214 BNS - Refusing to answer public servant Authorised to question
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 214 - Refusing to answer public servant Authorised to question
- Old provision
- Section 179 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 214 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 179 IPC | Modified | Ditto . |
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