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Section 26 of BNS : Section 26: Act not intended to cause death, done by consent in good faith for person's benefit.

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS

CHAPTER III: GENERAL EXCEPTIONS

Section 26: Act not intended to cause death, done by consent in good faith for person's benefit.

Explanation using examples

Example 1:

Dr. Mehta, a renowned cardiologist, informs his patient, Mr. Sharma, that a complex heart surgery is necessary to save his life. Dr. Mehta explains that while