BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 35 BNS

Right of private defence of body and of property

Offence

Every person has a right, subject to the restrictions contained in section 37, to defend—

(a) his own body, and the body of any other person, against any offence affecting the human body;

(b) the property, whether movable or immovable, of himself or of any other person, against any act which is an offence falling under the definition of theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass, or which is an attempt to commit theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass.

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FAQ — Section 35 BNS

Section 35 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Right of private defence of body and of property”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Every person has a right, subject to the restrictions contained in section 37, to defend— (a) his own body, and the body of any other person, against any offence affecting the human body; (b) the property, whether movable or immovable, of himself or of any other person, against any act which is an offence falling under the definition of theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass, or which is an attempt to commit theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass.

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.