Section 201 of BNS : Section 201: Public servant framing an incorrect document with intent to cause injury.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi is a public servant working in the land revenue department. He is responsible for preparing land ownership documents. Ravi has a personal grudge against Suresh, a local farmer. To cause trouble for Suresh, Ravi deliberately prepares a land ownership document that incorrectly shows Suresh's land as belonging to another person. As a result, Suresh faces legal issues and financial loss. Under Section 201 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi can be punished with imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both for framing an incorrect document with the intent to cause injury to Suresh.

Example 2:

Priya is a public servant working in the municipal corporation and is responsible for translating official documents from English to Hindi. She is aware that a particular document contains crucial information about a new policy that will benefit the residents of a specific area. However, Priya has been bribed by a local contractor who stands to lose business if the policy is implemented. Priya intentionally mistranslates the document, making it appear as though the policy is not applicable to that area. As a result, the residents do not receive the benefits they are entitled to. Under Section 201 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Priya can be punished with imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both for translating the document incorrectly with the intent to cause injury to the residents.