Section 237 BNS
Section 237 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) addresses the offense of using a false declaration as if it were true. This section falls under Chapter XIV, which deals with false evidence and offenses against public justice.
Key Provisions of Section 237 BNS
- Definition: The section states that anyone who corruptly uses or attempts to use a declaration, knowing it to be false in any material point, shall be punished as if they had given false evidence.
- Explanation: A declaration that is inadmissible solely due to some informality is still considered a declaration under this section and section 236 of the BNS.
Legal Implications
The punishment for violating this section is aligned with the penalties for giving false evidence, emphasizing the seriousness of presenting false declarations in legal contexts. This provision aims to uphold the integrity of the judicial process by deterring individuals from attempting to mislead courts or public authorities with false statements.
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