BNS Section 140 – Kidnapping or abducting with intent to murder
Chapter 6: Offences Affecting the Human Body ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 140
IPC S.364
🔒 Non-Bailable
🔍 Cognizable
⚖ Court of Session
Whoever kidnaps or abducts any person in order that such person may be murdered or may be so disposed of as to be put in danger of being murdered shall be punished with imprisonment for life or rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to ten years and shall also be liable to fine.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Life or RI up to 10 years and fine. Cognizable. Non-bailable. Triable by Court of Session.
