221. Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his public functions, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to two thousand and five hundred rupees, or with both.
BNS Section 221: Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions
Section 221 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions. It replaces IPC 186 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 221 is non-cognizable and bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 221 | Obstructing public servant in discharge of his public functions. | Imprisonment for 3 months, or fine of 2,500 rupees, or both. | Non-cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 221
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 186: Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions
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