BNS Section 171

BNS Section 171: Undue influence at elections

Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section N/A

Procedural Classification Summary

Undue influence at elections (formerly 171C IPC)

Bailable: Bailable (Bail is a legal right)
Cognizable: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Magistrate of the first class
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both

Official Legal Provision / Summary

No specific renumbering changes. Section included as is.