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BNS Section 133 : Assault or Criminal Force with Intent To Dishonour Person, Otherwise Than on Grave Provocation
Section 133 of BNS is part of Chapter 6 - Offences affecting the human body or offences affecting life in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 Act. It prescribes the punishment for assault or the use of criminal force with the intent to dishonor a person, except in cases of grave provocation.
Definition of BNS Section 133
Section 133 of the Bharatiya nyaya sanhitha BNS 2023 States:
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, intending thereby to dishonour that person, otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation given by that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
Explanation and Illustration of BNS Section 133
Section 133 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, deals with the offense of assault or criminal force to deter a public servant from discharging his duties. This section comes into play when a person commits violence, intimidation, or physical obstruction to prevent a public servant from performing his lawful duties. It is an attempt to safeguard public servants from interference or harm in the discharge of their functions.
Illustration
Person A tries to stop a tax officer (Person B) from conducting a property inspection by pushing and threatening them. By using physical force and intimidation to deter Person B from their lawful duty, Person A commits an offense under Section 133 of the BNS, 2023.
Disclaimer: The examples provided are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. They should not be used for legal proceedings or decision-making. For specific legal matters, please consult a qualified legal professional.
Key Points in Section 133
Punishment:
The penalties for this offense may include:
Scope of Criminal Force:
'Criminal force' refers to any intentional use of force without the victim’s consent that causes injury, fear, or annoyance. This includes both physical attacks and actions that are offensive or humiliating.
Differences Between Section 133 of BNS and its equivalent IPC section
This section outlines the key differences between Section 133 of BNS and its equivalent IPC section 355 focusing on their distinct approaches to definitions, interpretations and legal principles within the framework of criminal law.
| BNS Sections/ Subsections | Subject | IPC Sections | Summary of comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 | Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person, otherwise than on grave provocation. | 355 | No change. |
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