In this article, we will introduce you to Section 261 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS Section 261). In today’s article we will talk about what is Section 261 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 As we know that IPC has now been replaced by BNS.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 261
Escape from confinement or custody negligently suffered by public servant- Whoever, being a public servant legally bound as such public servant to keep in confinement any person charged with or convicted of any offence or lawfully committed to custody, negligently suffers such person to escape from confinement, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.