BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 148 BNS

Conspiracy to commit offences punishable by section 147

Offence

Whoever within or without and beyond India conspires to commit any of the offences punishable by section 147, or conspires to overawe, by means of criminal force or the show of criminal force, the Central Government or any State Government,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Explanation

—To constitute a conspiracy under this section, it is not necessary that any act or illegal omission shall take place in pursuance thereof.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment for life may be imposed.
  • Imprisonment: life.
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FAQ — Section 148 BNS

Section 148 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Conspiracy to commit offences punishable by section 147”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine. Explanation —To constitute a conspiracy under this section, it is not necessary that any act or illegal omission shall take place in pursuance thereof.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.