BNS Section 277 – Fouling water of public spring or reservoir
Chapter 15: Offences Affecting the Public Health Safety Convenience Decency and Morals ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 277
IPC S.277
✓ Bailable
Non-Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever voluntarily corrupts or fouls the water of any public spring or reservoir so as to render it less fit for the purpose for which it is ordinarily used shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees or with both.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Up to 3 months or fine up to Rs 500 or both. Non-cognizable. Bailable. Triable by Any Magistrate.
