BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 214 BNS

Refusing to answer public servant authorised to question

Offence

Whoever, being legally bound to state the truth on any subject to any public servant, refuses to answer any question demanded of him touching that subject by such public servant in the exercise of the legal powers of such public servant,

Punishment

shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: six months.
  • Fine: five thousand rupees.
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FAQ — Section 214 BNS

Section 214 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Refusing to answer public servant authorised to question”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five 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.