BNS Section 161 – Abetment of desertion of soldier sailor or airman
Chapter 8: Offences Relating to the Army Navy and Air Force ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 161
IPC S.135
✓ Bailable
Non-Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever abets the desertion of any officer soldier sailor or airman in the Army Navy or Air Force of India 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.
