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BNS Section 153

Waging war against Government of any foreign State at peace with the Government of India

Whoever wages war against the Government of any foreign State at peace with the Government of India or attempts to wage such war, or abets the waging of such war, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, to which fine may be added, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, to which fine may be added, or with fine.


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BNS-153: Waging War Against Government of Any Foreign State at Peace with India

Key Points:
 

  1. Offense Defined:
     

    • Waging war: This includes engaging in or initiating warlike actions against a foreign government that is at peace with India.
       

    • Attempting to wage war: Even an unsuccessful attempt to wage war falls under this section.
       

    • Abetting war: Supporting or aiding others in waging war against such a foreign government is also punishable.
       

  2. Foreign States at Peace:
     

    • This section specifically applies to foreign states that are at peace with India, meaning there are no declared hostilities between India and the foreign state in question.
       

  3. Punishments:
     

    • Imprisonment for life: The primary punishment for violating this section is life imprisonment.
       

    • Imprisonment for a term: If not life imprisonment, a term up to seven years can be imposed.
       

    • Fine: In addition to imprisonment, a fine may also be levied as part of the punishment.
       

  4. Purpose:
     

    • The law is designed to prevent individuals or groups within India from engaging in or supporting hostile actions against friendly foreign governments, thus safeguarding India's diplomatic relations.


Offence : Waging war against Government of any foreign State at peace with the Government of India.


Punishment : Imprisonment for life and fine, or imprisonment for7 years and fine, or fine.


Cognizable or Non-cognizable : Cognizable.


Bailable or Non-bailable : Non-bailable.


By what Court triable : Court of Session.




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