174. Whoever commits the offence of undue influence or personation at an election 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 174: Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election
Section 174 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with punishment for undue influence or personation at an election. It replaces IPC 171F of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 174 is non-cognizable and bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 | Undue influence or personation at an election. | Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine, or both. | Non-cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate of the first class |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 174
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 171F: Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election
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