Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 131 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 131: Punishment for assault or criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Assault or criminal force
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 3 months,otherwise than on graveor fine of 1,000 rupees, provocation.or both