Section 397 of BNSS : Section 397: Treatment of victims.

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a 35-year-old man, is attacked and injured by a group of assailants while walking home from work. He suffers severe injuries and is rushed to the nearest private hospital by a passerby. Under Section 397 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, the hospital is required to provide Ravi with immediate first-aid and medical treatment free of cost. The hospital must also inform the police about the incident without any delay. Ravi receives the necessary medical care, and the police are able to start their investigation promptly.

Example 2:

Priya, a 14-year-old girl, is a victim of sexual assault covered under section 4 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. She is taken to a government hospital by her parents. According to Section 397 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, the hospital must provide Pri...

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