Section 160 of BNS : Section 160: Abetment of mutiny, if mutiny is committed in consequence thereof.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rahul, a civilian, is unhappy with the government's policies and decides to incite a group of soldiers to revolt against their commanding officers. He meets with a few soldiers and convinces them that they should take control of their base and refuse to follow orders. The soldiers, influenced by Rahul's persuasion, decide to mutiny and take over the base. As a result, Rahul is charged under Section 160 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for abetting mutiny, which was committed in consequence of his actions. He faces the possibility of being sentenced to death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment for up to ten years, along with a fine.

Example 2:

Priya, a journalist, writes a series of articles encouraging naval officers to disobey their superiors and take control of their ships to protest against perceived injustices within the Navy. Her articles gain traction, and a group of sailors, inspired by her writings, decide to mutiny and seize control of their vessel. Priya is subsequently arrested and charged under Section 160 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for abetting the mutiny, which was committed as a result of her incitement. She could be punished with death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment for up to ten years, and may also be fined.