BNS Section 175

BNS Section 175: False statement in connection with an election

Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section N/A

Procedural Classification Summary

False statement in connection

Bailable: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
Cognizable: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Magistrate of the first class
Punishment: Fine.with an election.class

Official Legal Provision / Summary

No specific renumbering changes. Section included as is.