Question

Which of the following statement regarding the application of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 is not true?

• A. Provision of the Sanhita shall apply to any offence committed by any person in any place without and beyond India committing offence targeting a computer resource located in India
• B. Provision of the Sanhita shall not apply to any offence committed by any person in any place without and beyond India committing offence targeting a computer resource located in India
• C. Provision of the Sanhita shall apply to any offence committed by any citizen of India in any place without and beyond India
• D. The word ‘Offence’ includes every act committed outside India, which if committed in India, would be punishable under this Sanhita

Hint:

BNS, 2023 applies extra-territorially, especially for cyber offences targeting India.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Extra-territorial application.
The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 extends to offences committed outside India in certain circumstances, including cyber offences targeting computer resources located in India.
Step 2: Inclusion of citizens and extra-territorial acts.
The Sanhita applies to Indian citizens committing offences abroad and also to acts committed outside India which would be punishable if committed within India.
Step 3: Identification of incorrect statement.
Option (B) contradicts the express extra-territorial application provided under the Sanhita and is therefore not true.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Hence, the correct answer is (B).