BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 177 BNS

Failure to keep election accounts

Offence

Whoever being required by any law for the time being in force or any rule having the force of law to keep accounts of expenses incurred at or in connection with an election fails to keep such accounts

Punishment

shall be punished with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees.

Punishment summary

  • Fine: five thousand rupees.
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FAQ — Section 177 BNS

Section 177 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Failure to keep election accounts”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees.

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.