132. Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person being a public servant in the execution of his duty as such public servant, or with intent to prevent or deter that person from discharging his duty as such public servant, or in consequence of anything done or attempted to be done by such person in the lawful discharge of his duty as such public servant, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
BNS Section 132: Assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty
Section 132 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty. It replaces IPC 353 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 132 is cognizable and non-bailable.
Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 132 | Assault or use of criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty. | Imprisonment for 2 years, or fine, or both. | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 132
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 353: Assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty
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