Section 237 of BNS : Section 237: Using as true such declaration knowing it to be false.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi is involved in a property dispute case. To strengthen his claim, he submits a false affidavit stating that he has been in continuous possession of the property for the last 10 years. Ravi knows that this statement is false because he has only been in possession for 5 years. The court later discovers the falsehood. Under Section 237 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi can be punished for using a false declaration as true, similar to the punishment for giving false evidence.

Example 2:

Priya is applying for a government job and needs to submit a character certificate. She obtains a certificate from a local official, falsely stating that she has no criminal record, even though she has a pending case for theft. Priya knowingly uses this false certificate in her job application. When the authorities verify her background and find the false declaration, Priya can be prosecuted under Section 237 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for using a false declaration as true, and she will face the same penalties as if she had given false evidence.