BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 221 BNS

Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions

Offence

Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his public functions,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to two thousand and five hundred rupees, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: three months.
  • Fine: two thousand and five hundred rupees.
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FAQ — Section 221 BNS

Section 221 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions”. 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 three months, or with fine which may extend to two thousand and five hundred 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.