146. Whoever unlawfully compels any person to labour against the will of that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
BNS Section 146: Unlawful compulsory labour
Section 146 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with unlawful compulsory labour. It replaces IPC 374 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 146 is cognizable and bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 146 | Unlawful compulsory labour. | Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine, or both. | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 146
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 374: Unlawful compulsory labour
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