BNS Section 296: Obscene acts and songs | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Bare Act Text

Obscene acts and songs.—Whoever, to the annoyance of others,— does any obscene act in any public place; or sings, recites or utters any obscene song, ballad or words, in or near any public place, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.

Procedural Details

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Three Month(s) + Fine

Nature of Offense

Non-cognizable

Bail Eligibility

Bailable

Compoundability

Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

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