In this article, we will introduce you to Section 213 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS Section 213). In today’s article we will talk about what is Section 213 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita? As we know that IPC has now been replaced by BNS. So let’s start.
Definition of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 213
Refusing oath or affirmation when duly required by public servant to make it- Whoever refuses to bind himself by an oath or affirmation to state the truth, when required so to bind himself by a public servant legally competent to require that he shall so bind himself, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.