Section 106 of BNS : Section 106: Causing death by negligence.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a construction worker, was operating a crane at a construction site. He was in a hurry to finish his work and did not follow the safety protocols. As a result, the crane's load fell and hit a passerby, causing the person's death. Ravi's actions were rash and negligent but did not amount to culpable homicide. Under Section 106 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi could be punished with imprisonment for up to five years and a fine.

Example 2:

Sunita was driving her car at high speed in a residential area, ignoring the speed limits. She lost control of the vehicle and hit a pedestrian, causing the pedestrian's death. Instead of stopping and reporting the incident to the police or a Magistrate, Sunita fled the scene. Under Section 106(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Sunita could be punished with imprisonment for up to ten years and a fine for causing death by rash and negligent driving and escaping without reporting the incident.