Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 196 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 196: Promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Promoting enmity between
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Magistrate of the first class
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 3 years,different groups on ground or fine, or both.class. of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc., and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony
Promoting enmity between
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Magistrate of the first class
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 5 yearsclasses in place of worship,and fine.class. etc