What is the punishment under BNS Section 149?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the new law as: Life Imprisonment + Fine.

Is BNS Section 149 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the new legal framework, this specific offense is classified as a Non-bailable offense.

Is BNS Section 149 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Cognizable.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try cases under BNS Section 149?

Cases pertaining to this specific BNS section are triable by the Court of Session.

Can BNS Section 149 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 149- Collecting arms, etc., with intention of waging war against Government of India | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023

Hello readers! Today, we are going to break down Section 149 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

Collecting arms, etc., with intention of waging war against Government of India.— Whoever collects men, arms or ammunition or otherwise prepares to wage war with the intention of either waging or being prepared to wage war against the Government of India, shall be punished with imprisonment for life or imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Procedural Details

Punishment

Life Imprisonment + Fine

Nature of Offense

Cognizable

Bail Eligibility

Non-bailable

Compoundability

Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Court of Session

Frequently Asked Questions about BNS Section 149

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