Section 272 to 299 of BNSS : Section 272 to 299

BNSS

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Ramesh, a shopkeeper in a small town, knowingly sells milk that has been adulterated with harmful chemicals to increase its shelf life.

Applicable Section: Section 275 - Selling any food or drink as food and drink, knowing the same to be noxious.

Offence: Selling adulterated milk.

Punishment: Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.

Cognizable or Non-cognizable: Non-cognizable

Bailable or Non-bailable: Bailable

Court: Any Magistrate

Explanation: Ramesh can be arrested and tried by a magistrate. If found guilty, he could face up to 6 months in jail, a fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.

Example 2:

Scenario: Priya, a resident of a densely populated area, continues to burn large amounts of plastic waste in her backyard, causing harmful smoke to spread in the neighborhood despite repeated warnings from local authorities.

Applicable Section: Section 280 - Making atmosphere noxious to health.

Offence: Causing harmful smoke by burning plastic waste.

Punishment: Fine of 1,000 rupees.

Cognizable or Non-cognizable: Non-cognizable

Bailable or Non-bailable: Bailable

Court: Any Magistrate

Explanation: Priya can be fined 1,000 rupees for making the atmosphere harmful to health. The offence is non-cognizable, meaning she cannot be arrested without a warrant.

Example 3:

Scenario: During a religious festival, a group of individuals deliberately defiles ...

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