Section 299 of BNS : Section 299: Deliberate and malicious acts, intended to outrage religious feelings of any class by insulting its religion or religious beliefs.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rahul, a social media influencer, posts a video on his YouTube channel where he deliberately mocks and insults the religious practices of a particular community. He uses derogatory language and makes offensive gestures aimed at ridiculing their religious beliefs. Members of the community feel deeply hurt and outraged by the video. Rahul's actions are seen as having a malicious intent to outrage the religious feelings of that community. Under Section 299 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Rahul can be prosecuted and, if found guilty, could face imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.

Example 2:

Priya, an artist, creates a painting that depicts a revered religious figure of a certain religion in a highly disrespectful and offensive manner. She then displays this painting in a public art gallery. The depiction is seen as an insult to the religious beliefs of the followers of that religion, and it causes widespread anger and distress among them. Priya's deliberate act of displaying the painting with the intention of outraging the religious feelings of that community falls under Section 299 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023. She could be charged and, if convicted, could face imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.