108. If any person commits suicide, whoever abets the commission of such suicide, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
BNS Section 108: Abetment of suicide
Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with abetment of suicide. It replaces IPC 306 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 108 is cognizable and non-bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 108 | Abetment of suicide. | Imprisonment for 10 years and fine. | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 108
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 306: Abetment of suicide
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