What is the punishment under BNS Section 116?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the new law as: Depends on original offence.

Is BNS Section 116 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the new legal framework, this specific offense is classified as a Depends on original offence offense.

Is BNS Section 116 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Depends on original offence.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try cases under BNS Section 116?

Cases pertaining to this specific BNS section are triable by the Depends on original offence.

Can BNS Section 116 be compromised (Compoundable)?

The compoundable nature of this offense, meaning whether the parties can settle it out of court, is classified as: Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions).

BNS Section 116- Grievous hurt | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023

Hello readers! Today, we are going to break down Section 116 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. If you've been wondering what exactly this section covers and how it impacts our legal system, you're in the right place.

Bare Act Text

Grievous hurt.—The following kinds of hurt only are designated as “grievous”, namely:— Emasculation; Permanent privation of the sight of either eye; Permanent privation of the hearing of either ear; Privation of any member or joint; Destruction or permanent impairing of the powers of any member or joint; Permanent disfiguration of the head or face; Fracture or dislocation of a bone or tooth; Any hurt which endangers life or which causes the sufferer to be during the space of fifteen days in severe bodily pain, or unable to follow his ordinary pursuits.

Procedural Details

Punishment

Depends on original offence

Nature of Offense

Depends on original offence

Bail Eligibility

Depends on original offence

Compoundability

Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Depends on original offence

Frequently Asked Questions about BNS Section 116

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