Section 213 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
I apologize for any confusion caused by my earlier responses. Upon further review, I have found that **Section 213 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023**, pertains to the offense of **offering false evidence to a public servant or court**.
### Key Provisions
* **Offense Defined**: The section criminalizes the act of **offering false evidence** to a public servant or court, knowing that such evidence is false.
* **Punishment**: The offense is punishable with **imprisonment of either description** (simple or rigorous) for a term which may extend to **seven years**, and shall also be liable to **fine**.
### Purpose and Rationale
This provision aims to uphold the integrity of the judicial system by penalizing those who attempt to subvert justice through deceitful means. By imposing stringent penalties, the law seeks to deter individuals from engaging in fraudulent activities that could undermine the legal process.
### Illustration
* **Example**: An individual deliberately presents a forged document as evidence in a court proceeding, intending to mislead the court. Such an act would constitute an offense under Section 213 of the BNS, 2023.
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