Section 281 of BNS : Section 281: Rash driving or riding on a public way.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a 25-year-old software engineer, was driving his car at a very high speed on a busy street in Mumbai. He was weaving in and out of traffic, ignoring traffic signals, and overtaking other vehicles recklessly. Due to his rash driving, he almost hit a pedestrian crossing the road. Fortunately, the pedestrian managed to jump back just in time, avoiding a serious accident. Ravi's actions were reported to the police by several witnesses. Under Section 281 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi could be punished with imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both, for driving in a manner that endangered human life.

Example 2:

Priya, a college student, was riding her scooter on a public road in Delhi. She was using her mobile phone while riding, not paying attention to the road. As a result, she failed to notice a group of school children crossing the street and had to swerve suddenly to avoid hitting them. In doing so, she lost control of her scooter and fell, causing minor injuries to herself and one of the children. Priya's negligent riding endangered the lives of the children and caused injury. According to Section 281 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Priya could face imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both, for her negligent behavior on a public way.