BNS Chapter XI — Offences Against The Public Tranquility
BNS Sections 189 to 197 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Introduction
Chapter XI of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita explains offences that disturb peace and public order. It covers unlawful assemblies, riots, spreading hatred among communities, affrays, and actions against national integration. These laws are made to protect harmony, unity, and the safety of society.
BNS Sections Covered
| BNS Section | Title | Short Description |
|---|---|---|
| 189 | Unlawful assembly | Defines when a group becomes an unlawful assembly. |
| 190 | Every member liable in unlawful assembly | All members are guilty if an offence is committed in pursuit of the group’s goal. |
| 191 | Rioting | Explains when force or violence by a group is treated as rioting. |
| 192 | Provocation with intent to cause riot | Punishes giving provocation that may lead to riots, even if riots don’t happen. |
| 193 | Liability of land owner or occupier | Holds landowners accountable if riots/unlawful assembly take place on their property. |
| 194 | Affray | When two or more people fight in a public place disturbing peace. |
| 195 | Assaulting or obstructing public servant | Punishment for obstructing officials trying to control riots. |
| 196 | Spreading hate or conflict | Prohibits acts that spread hate between groups and disturb unity. |
| 197 | Assertions prejudicial to national integration | Punishes statements or acts that harm national unity. |
Conclusion
Chapter XI (BNS Sections 189–197) deals with offences that affect peace in society. It punishes riots, unlawful gatherings, spreading hate, and disturbing national unity. In simple words, this chapter makes sure people live together peacefully and the country stays united.