Under the BNS, 2023, what is the legal status of

Q: Answer-Under the BNS, 2023, what is the legal status of attempt to suicide (previously IPC Section 309)?

Explanation The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 has decriminalized the attempt to commit suicide , in line with mental health and humanitarian concerns .This marks a major reform from Section 309 of IPC , where such attempts were previously punishable. Now, people attempting suicide are entitled to care , not prosecution.

attempt to suicide (previously IPC Section 309)?

A It is a cognizable and non-bailable offence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B It is compoundable only with government permission Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C It is punishable only if motivated by criminal intent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D It is no longer an offence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

E It is punishable with 3 months' imprisonment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Explanation: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 has decriminalized the attempt to commit suicide , in line with mental health and humanitarian concerns .This marks a major reform from Section 309 of IPC , where such attempts were previously punishable. Now, people attempting suicide are entitled to care , not prosecution.

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