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BNS Section 32 : Act To Which a Person is Compelled By Threats
Section 32 BNS is part of CHAPTER 3 GENERAL EXEMPTIONS in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 Act. It outlines an exception in criminal liability where a person commits an act under compulsion due to threats of instant death. This provision excludes serious offences like murder and crimes against the State punishable by death.
Legal provisions under this section recognises that actions done under severe duress are not offences if the individual reasonably believes they are facing immediate death. However, this protection does not apply if the person willingly placed themselves in such a situation or acted out of fear of harm less severe than instant death.
Definition of Section 32 Of BNS
Section 32 of BNS 2023 States: Except murder, and offences against the State punishable with death, nothing is an offence which is done by a person who is compelled to do it by threats, which, at the time of doing it, reasonably cause the apprehension that instant death to that person will otherwise be the consequence:
Provided that the person doing the act did not of his own accord, or from a reasonable apprehension of harm to himself short of instant death, place himself in the situation by which he became subject to such constraint.
Explanation and Illustration of BNS Section 32
Explanation 1: A person who willingly joins a gang of dacoits, even under the threat of being beaten, while being fully aware of the gang's criminal activities, cannot seek the protection of this exception by claiming they were compelled by their associates to commit an unlawful act.
Explanation 2: A person who is forcibly captured by a gang of dacoits and coerced, under the immediate threat of death, to commit an offence—such as a blacksmith being forced to use their tools to break open a house door to aid in the gang’s plunder—can claim the protection of this exception.
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 of BNS 32
This provision acknowledges that under certain circumstances, a person may not be held criminally responsible for an act committed due to threats, fear, or unlawful pressure from others. Below are the key points of BNS-32 that clarify the scope and application of this exception:
General Principle
Differences Between Section 32 of BNS and its Equivalent IPC Section
This section outlines the key differences between Section 32 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and its equivalent to IPC section 94, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | Act to which a person is compelled by threats. | 94 | No change. |
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