Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- What does the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 replace?
a) Indian Constitution, 1950
b) Indian Penal Code, 1860
c) Civil Procedure Code, 1908
d) Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Answer: b) Indian Penal Code, 1860
Explanation: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 replaces the Indian Penal Code, 1860 to modernize and simplify the criminal laws of India.
- How many chapters does the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 have?
a) 23
b) 21
c) 20
d) 25
Answer: c) 20
Explanation: The BNS consists of 20 chapters, compared to 23 main and 3 supplementary chapters in the IPC.
- Which section of BNS criminalizes mob lynching?
a) Section 113
b) Section 304
c) Section 226
d) Section 69
Answer: b) Section 304
Explanation: Mob lynching is introduced as a separate offense under Section 304 of the BNS.
- What new punishment has been introduced in BNS for certain petty offenses?
a) Death penalty
b) Community service
c) Life imprisonment
d) House arrest
Answer: b) Community service
Explanation: Community service has been introduced for six petty offenses, reflecting a reformative approach to punishment.
- What is the punishment for gang rape of a woman below 18 years under BNS?
a) Life imprisonment or death
b) 10 years imprisonment
c) Fine up to ₹1 lakh
d) 5 years imprisonment
Answer: a) Life imprisonment or death
Explanation: Section 70(2) of BNS prescribes life imprisonment (till natural life) or death for gang rape of a woman under 18 years.
- Which section of BNS addresses organized crime?
a) Section 111
b) Section 48
c) Section 304
d) Section 113
Answer: a) Section 111
Explanation: Section 111 deals with organized crime, including its commission, attempt, abetment, and conspiracy.
- Which provision in BNS criminalizes sexual intercourse on false promise of marriage?
a) Section 226
b) Section 69
c) Section 76
d) Section 106
Answer: b) Section 69
Explanation: Section 69 criminalizes sexual intercourse obtained through deceitful means such as false promises of marriage, employment, or identity concealment.
- What is the mandatory minimum punishment for grievous hurt resulting in permanent disability under BNS?
a) 7 years imprisonment
b) 5 years imprisonment
c) Life imprisonment or a minimum of 10 years imprisonment
d) 3 years imprisonment
Answer: c) Life imprisonment or a minimum of 10 years imprisonment
Explanation: Section 117(3) prescribes a mandatory minimum of 10 years imprisonment for grievous hurt causing permanent disability.
- Which offenses in BNS have been made gender-neutral?
a) Voyeurism and disrobing of women
b) Gang rape and sedition
c) Adultery and mob lynching
d) Theft and organized crime
Answer: a) Voyeurism and disrobing of women
Explanation: Sections 76 and 77 have been made gender-neutral to include all genders.
- Which of the following offenses has been deleted in BNS?
a) Attempt to suicide
b) Theft
c) Mob lynching
d) Organized crime
Answer: a) Attempt to suicide
Explanation: Attempt to commit suicide (Section 309 IPC) has been removed as a criminal offense in BNS.
- What term has replaced “Night” in BNS?
a) After sunset
b) Before sunrise
c) After sunset and before sunrise
d) Evening
Answer: c) After sunset and before sunrise
Explanation: The term “night” has been clarified as “after sunset and before sunrise” for uniformity in interpretation.
Which section punishes theft with community service if the stolen property is returned?
a) Section 226
b) Section 303(2)
c) Section 113
d) Section 48
Answer: b) Section 303(2)
Explanation: Section 303(2) prescribes community service for first-time offenders returning stolen property valued under ₹5,000.
- Which new offense has been added under Section 226 of BNS?
a) Mob lynching
b) Abetment of suicide to restrain public servants
c) Attempt to murder
d) False promise of employment
Answer: b) Abetment of suicide to restrain public servants
Explanation: Section 226 punishes attempts to commit suicide to compel or restrain lawful power by a public servant.
- What is the punishment for not reporting death caused by negligent driving under BNS?
a) 5 years imprisonment
b) 10 years imprisonment and fine
c) Life imprisonment
d) Community service
Answer: b) 10 years imprisonment and fine
Explanation: Failure to report such incidents and fleeing from the scene can lead to up to 10 years imprisonment under Section 106(2).
- Which section of BNS defines “child”?
a) Section 2(3)
b) Section 2(10)
c) Section 48
d) Section 69
Answer: a) Section 2(3)
Explanation: The definition of “child” is provided under Section 2(3) of BNS, ensuring uniformity in its use.
- How many offenses now include mandatory minimum punishment in BNS?
a) 20
b) 15
c) 23
d) 25
Answer: c) 23
Explanation: Mandatory minimum punishment has been introduced for 23 specific offenses in BNS.
- What does Section 48 of BNS deal with?
a) Abetment of offenses committed outside India
b) Voyeurism
c) Sexual harassment
d) Petty theft
Answer: a) Abetment of offenses committed outside India
Explanation: Section 48 criminalizes abetment of offenses committed in India by individuals outside the country.
- How many new sections have been added to BNS?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 20
d) 25
Answer: c) 20
Explanation: A total of 20 new sections have been introduced in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
- What is the punishment for organized crime under Section 111?
a) Fine only
b) Imprisonment and fine
c) Community service
d) No specific punishment
Answer: b) Imprisonment and fine
Explanation: Section 111 provides for strict imprisonment and fine for organized crime-related offenses.
- Which section addresses the rights of transgender individuals in BNS?
a) Section 113
b) Section 2(10)
c) Section 303
d) Section 69
Answer: b) Section 2(10)
Explanation: Section 2(10) includes transgender individuals in the definition of “gender,” ensuring inclusivity in legal provisions.