BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 194 BNS

Affray

Offence

(1) When two or more persons, by fighting in a public place, disturb the public peace, they are said to commit an affray.

(2)Whoever commits an affray,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: one month.
  • Fine: one thousand rupees.
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FAQ — Section 194 BNS

Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Affray”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, 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.