BNS Section 174 – False statement in connection with an election
Chapter 9: Offences Relating to Elections ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 174
IPC S.171G
✓ Bailable
Non-Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever with intent to affect the result of an election makes or publishes any statement purporting to be a statement of fact which is false and which he either knows or believes to be false or does not believe to be true in relation to the personal character or conduct of any candidate shall be punished with fine.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Fine only. Non-cognizable. Bailable. Triable by Any Magistrate.
