Section 270 of BNS : Section 270: Public nuisance.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ramesh owns a factory that produces chemicals. Instead of properly disposing of the waste, he dumps it into a nearby river that flows through a village. The villagers use this river for drinking water, bathing, and irrigation. As a result of Ramesh's actions, the water becomes contaminated, causing health issues among the villagers and damaging their crops. Ramesh's act of dumping waste into the river constitutes a public nuisance because it causes common injury and danger to the public.

Example 2:

Sunita runs a small eatery in a busy market area. To attract more customers, she places tables and chairs on the public footpath, obstructing the way for pedestrians. People are forced to walk on the road, which increases the risk of accidents. Despite the convenience and advantage to her business, Sunita's act of obstructing the public footpath is ...

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