BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 149 BNS

Collecting arms, etc., with intention of waging war against Government of India

Offence

Whoever collects men, arms or ammunition or otherwise prepares to wage war with the intention of either waging or being prepared to wage war against the Government of India,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment for life or imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment for life may be imposed.
  • Imprisonment: life or imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years.
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FAQ — Section 149 BNS

Section 149 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Collecting arms, etc., with intention of waging war against Government of India”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment for life or imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

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.