Bail Status Guide

Is BNS Section 296 Bailable or Non-Bailable? Arrest Guidelines

BNS Section 296: Obscene acts and songs (Legacy IPC Section 294)

Statutory Classification Details

Obscene acts and songs

  • Bailable Status: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
  • Cognizable Status: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
  • Triable Court: Any Magistrate
  • Official Punishment: Imprisonment for3 months, or fine of 1,000 rupees, or both