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Law of Crimes (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023) · Unit 8

Law of Crimes exam question: "Sedition has been abolished."

The question (15 marks)

"Sedition has been abolished." Critically examine s. 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 in comparison with the offence of sedition under s. 124A of the Indian Penal Code. (15 marks)

The BNS's most fashionable question; built on the Unit 8 chapter's s. 152 v sedition comparison.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 8 · Offences Against the State, the Forces, Elections and Currency of Law of Crimes (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023).

Authorities you will need

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