BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 166 BNS

Abetment of act of insubordination by soldier, sailor or airman

Offence

Whoever abets what he knows to be an act of insubordination by an officer, soldier, sailor or airman, in theArmy, Navy or Air Force, of the Government of India, shall, if such act of insubordination be committed in consequence of that abetment, be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 166 BNS

Section 166 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Abetment of act of insubordination by soldier, sailor or airman”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whoever abets what he knows to be an act of insubordination by an officer, soldier, sailor or airman, in theArmy, Navy or Air Force, of the Government of India, shall, if such act of insubordination be committed in consequence of that abetment, be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

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.