Section 313 BNS – Section 313 of New Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Section 313 BNS

Definition of Section 313 BNS

Section 313 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with the punishment for belonging to a gang involved in habitual theft or robbery.

Key elements of the offense:

  • Membership in a gang.
  • Gang’s primary activity is theft or robbery.
  • Gang is not classified as a dacoit gang.

Punishment Section 313 BNS:

  • Rigorous imprisonment for up to seven years.
  • Fine.

Essentially, this section targets organized criminal groups involved in theft and robbery.

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