What is the BNS Section 151 equivalent in the old IPC?

BNS Section 151 directly corresponds to legacy IPC Section 124. It consolidates the statutory definition and updated penalties under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023.

Is Section 151 BNS bailable or non-bailable?

Section 151 BNS is classified as: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary). In bailable matters, bail is a matter of statutory right before the police or magistrate, whereas in non-bailable offences, bail is at judicial discretion under BNSS.

Is an offence under Section 151 BNS cognizable (arrest without warrant)?

The offence under Section 151 BNS is: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant). In cognizable offences, police officers have the authority to register an FIR and initiate an investigation directly.

Which court has jurisdiction to try cases under Section 151 BNS?

Cases under Section 151 BNS are triable by: Court of Session under the First Schedule of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

What is the primary objective and citizen takeaway of Section 151 BNS?

Section 151 BNS deals with 'Assaulting President, Governor, etc'. It establishes clear criminal liability, modern evidentiary thresholds, and proportionality in sentencing under India's modernized penal framework.

BNS Section 151

BNS Section 151: Assaulting President, Governor, etc

Q: What is the punishment and imprisonment under BNS Section 151?

The prescribed statutory penalty under Section 151 BNS is: Imprisonment for 7 yearsGovernor, etc., with intentand fine. to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power. Sentences are subject to judicial trial assessment and aggravating/mitigating circumstances.

Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 124

💡 Simplified Explanation

BNS Section 151 deals with the legal rules and penalties for ASSAULT. In simple terms: Making a gesture or preparation that makes someone reasonably fear that you are about to use physical violence against them.

Real-World Scenario

"Raising your fist and taking a step towards someone as if you are about to strike them."

⚖️ Procedural Classification Summary

Assaulting President

Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)

Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)

Triable by: Court of Session

Punishment: Imprisonment for 7 yearsGovernor, etc., with intentand fine. to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power

📜 Official Statutory Provision

No change.

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