Section 192 of BNS : Section 192: Wantonly giving provocation with intent to cause riot-if rioting be committed ; if not committed.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a local political leader, has a long-standing rivalry with another community leader, Arjun. During a public speech, Ravi falsely accuses Arjun's community of desecrating a religious site, knowing that this accusation is likely to provoke anger and unrest. As a result, members of Ravi's community gather and start a riot, causing damage to property and injuring several people. Under Section 192 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi can be punished with imprisonment for up to one year, or with a fine, or both, because his malicious provocation led to the offence of rioting.

Example 2:

During a heated neighborhood dispute, Sunita spreads a false rumor that a particular family in the neighborhood has been involved in illegal activities that harm the community. She does this out of spite, knowing that it could provoke the neighbors to take violent action. However, despite the tension and anger her rumor causes, no actual rioting occurs. Under Section 192 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Sunita can be punished with imprisonment for up to six months, or with a fine, or both, because her wanton provocation did not result in rioting.