Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 3
General Exceptions
Section 35 • Right of private defence of body and of property.
Description
Every person has a right, subject to the restrictions contained in section 37, to defend—
(a) his own body, and the body of any other person, against any offence affecting the human body;
(b) the property, whether movable or immovable, of himself or of any other person, against any act which is an offence falling under the definition of theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass, or which is an attempt to commit theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 3 (General Exceptions). 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.