Clause 354: Inducing Divine Displeasure Belief - Punishment and Bail Procedure

Clause 354 defines the offences related to the Inducing Divine Displeasure belief which was previously mentioned under Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code. Under this section, the act of inducing fear or belief in divine punishment to coerce someone into performing or refraining from a particular action is criminalised. Individuals must not exploit religious beliefs or sentiments for personal gain or maliciously manipulate others.

However, until the accused is found not guilty, the claim of inducing divine displeasure belief is just a claim. During trial, the accused can get bail with a promise to appear. In this article, we will go through the complete explanation of the offence according to Clause 354 of BNS, punishments, penalties and bail provisions. Join us to understand the legal terms to comprehend the practical consequences.

Clause 353 of BNS clearly defines that - “(1) Whoever makes, publishes or circulates any statement, false information, rumour, or report, including through electronic means—

Clause 354 of BNS clearly defines that - “Whoever voluntarily causes or attempts to cause any person to do anything which that person is not legally bound to do, or to omit to do anything which he is legally entitled to do, by inducing or attempting to induce that person to believe that he or any person in whom he is interested will become or will be rendered by some act of the offender an object of Divine displeasure if he does not do the thing which it is the object of the offender to cause him to do, or if he does the thing which it is the object of the offender to cause him to omit, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.”

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BNS clause 354 provides provisions for punishment and bail procedures that are vital to ensuring justice and maintaining order. By defining clear guidelines for punishment and establishing fair bail procedures, it ensures that due process is upheld and individual rights are protected. However, everyone involved—law enforcement, courts, and defendants—must apply and uphold the law consistently for it to be effective. Clause 354 can help create a more fair and accountable criminal justice system by implementing it carefully and keeping an eye on it constantly. This will help people have more faith in the rule of law.