BNS Section 158 – Abetment of assault by soldier sailor or airman on his superior officer
Chapter 8: Offences Relating to the Army Navy and Air Force ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 158
IPC S.132
🔒 Non-Bailable
🔍 Cognizable
⚖ Court of Session
Whoever abets an assault by an officer soldier sailor or airman in the Army Navy or Air Force of India on any superior officer being in the execution of his office shall be punished with imprisonment for life or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years and shall also be liable to fine.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Life or up to 10 years and fine. Cognizable. Non-bailable. Triable by Court of Session.
