Definition of Section 30 BNS
Section 298 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with the offense of injuring or defiling a place of worship with the intent to insult the religion of any class of persons.
Essentially, if someone damages or desecrates a religious place or object with the intention to offend the religious beliefs of a group, they can be charged under this section.
Key elements of the offense:
- Destruction, damage, or defilement: Physical harm to a place of worship or sacred object.
- Intent to insult: The act must be done with the purpose of offending a religious group.
- Religion of any class: The offense applies to all religions.
Punishment Under Section 298 BNS:
- Imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years.
- Fine.
- Or both.
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