BNSChapter XIII

S. 221

Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions.

Description

Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his public functions, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to two thousand five hundred rupees, or with both.

BNSS Classification

  • Imprisonment for 3 months, or fine of 2,500 rupees, or both.
  • Non-cognizable
  • Bailable
  • Triable by Any Magistrate.