BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 298 BNS

Injuring or defiling place of worship with intent to insult religion of any class

Offence

Whoever destroys, damages or defiles any place of worship, or any object held sacred by any class of persons with the intention of thereby insulting the religion of any class of persons or with the knowledge that any class of persons is likely to consider such destruction, damage or defilement as an insult to their religion,

Punishment

shall 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 298 BNS

Section 298 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Injuring or defiling place of worship with intent to insult religion of any class”. 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 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.

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