BNS Section 136 – Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person otherwise than on grave provocation
Chapter 6: Offences Affecting the Human Body ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 136
IPC S.355
✓ Bailable
Non-Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person intending thereby to dishonour that person otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation given by that person shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years or with fine or with both.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Up to 2 years or fine or both. Non-cognizable. Bailable. Triable by Any Magistrate.
