Question 1

Is intentional insult under BNS Section 352 bailable?

Accepted Answer

Yes, intentional insult is bailable, meaning bail must be granted immediately upon filing standard personal bonds.

Question 2

Can the police arrest someone for intentional insult without a warrant?

Accepted Answer

No, intentional insult is non-cognizable. Police are legally barred from making arrests or starting investigations without an explicit warrant from a Magistrate.

Question 3

What is the penalty under BNS Section 352?

Accepted Answer

It carries imprisonment for a term which may extend up to 2 years, or a fine, or both, triable by Any Magistrate.

BNS Section 352 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines

BNS Section 352: Intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of the peace (Legacy IPC Section 504)

Statutory Classification Details

Insult intended to provoke