With reference to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, consider the following statements: 1. Section 106 (2) of the BNS outlines a maximum punishment of 10 years and a fine in hit-and-run cases. 2. Section 106 (2) is characterized as a bailable provision, allowing for the possibility of bail. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, consider the following statements:
1.Section 106 (2) of the BNS outlines a maximum punishment of 10 years and a fine in hit-and-run cases.
2.Section 106 (2) is characterized as a bailable provision, allowing for the possibility of bail.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is correct. Section 106 (2) of the Act outlines a maximum punishment of 10 years and a fine in hit-and-run cases. However, there is no provision which specifies the exact amount of fine to be imposed.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Section 106 (2) is a non – bailable section.

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