Section 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with statements conducing to public Mischief. Under the old law this was Section 505 of the IPC.
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Section 353 BNS - Statements conducing to public Mischief
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 353 - Statements conducing to public Mischief
- Old provision
- Section 505 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 3 years, or fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Non -bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 353 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 505 IPC | Modified | " false information ” and “including through electronic means ” are added. |
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