Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 353 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 353: Statements conducing to public mischief under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
False statement, rumour, etc., circulated with intent to cause mutiny or offence against the public peace
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 3 years, or fine, or both
False statement, rumour, etc., with intent to create enmity, hatred or ill-will between different classes
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 3 years, or fine, or both
False statement, rumour, etc., made in place of worship, etc., with intent to create enmity, hatred or ill-will
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 5 years and fine