Section 117 of BNS : Section 117: Voluntarily causing grievous hurt.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi and Suresh have a heated argument over a property dispute. In a fit of rage, Ravi picks up a heavy iron rod and hits Suresh on the leg, intending to break his leg. Suresh ends up with a fractured leg and severe pain that lasts for over a month. Here, Ravi has voluntarily caused grievous hurt to Suresh as he intended to cause serious injury and actually caused a grievous injury.

Example 2:

During a communal riot, a group of six individuals, including Raj, target a man named Imran because of his religion. They beat him severely, causing multiple fractures and internal injuries that result in Imran being bedridden for several months. Each member of the group, including Raj, is guilty of voluntarily causing grievous hurt and can be punished with imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine.

Example 3:

Anita, in a fit of jealousy, throws acid on her colleague Priya's face, intending to disfigure her permanently. Priya suffers severe burns and loses vision in one eye. Anita has voluntarily caused grievous hurt, and since the injury has led to permanent disability, Anita can be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than ten years, which may extend to life imprisonment.

Example 4:

During a political rally, a group of five people, including Mohan, attack a journalist named Arjun because of his critical reporting. They beat him up, causing severe injuries that result in Arjun being in a persistent vegetative state. Each member of the group, including Mohan, is guilty of voluntarily causing grievous hurt and can be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than ten years, which may extend to life imprisonment.