BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 48 BNS

Abetment outside India for offence in India

Offence

A person abets an offence within the meaning of this Sanhita who, without and beyond India, abets the commission of any act in India which would constitute an offence if committed in India.

Illustration

A, in country X, instigates B, to commit a murder in India,Ais guilty of abetting murder.

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FAQ — Section 48 BNS

Section 48 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Abetment outside India for offence in India”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

A person abets an offence within the meaning of this Sanhita who, without and beyond India, abets the commission of any act in India which would constitute an offence if committed in India. Illustration A, in country X, instigates B, to commit a murder in India,Ais guilty of abetting murder.

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.