Section 40 of AA 1950 : Section 40: Striking Or Threatening Superior Officers

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a junior army officer, while in the midst of a heated argument on the military base, physically pushes his superior officer out of frustration. The superior officer is performing his duties at the time of the incident. This act of using criminal force against a superior officer is a violation of clause (1) under Section 40 of The Army Act, 1950.

The junior officer, upon being tried and convicted by court-martial for this offence, may face a sentence of imprisonment which could extend up to fourteen years, as the offence occurred while the superior officer was in the execution of his office. This serves as a stern reminder of the disciplinary standards expected within military ranks and the severe consequences of breaching them.