Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 16
Offences relating to Religion
Section 302 • Uttering words, etc., with deliberate intent to wound religious feelings of any person.
Description
Whoever, with the deliberate intention of wounding the religious feelings of any person, utters any word or makes any sound in the hearing of that person or makes any gesture in the sight of that person or places any object in the sight of that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 16 (Offences relating to Religion). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.