160. Whoever abets the committing of mutiny by an officer, soldier, sailor or airman, in the Army, Navy or Air Force of the Government of India, shall, if mutiny be committed in consequence of that abetment, be punished with death or with imprisonment for life, or imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
BNS Section 160: Abetment of mutiny, if mutiny is committed in consequence thereof
Section 160 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with abetment of mutiny, if mutiny is committed in consequence thereof. It replaces IPC 132 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 160 is cognizable and non-bailable.
Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160 | Abetment of mutiny, if mutiny is committed in consequence thereof. | Death, or imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for 10 years and fine. | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 160
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 132: Abetment of mutiny, if mutiny is committed in consequence thereof
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