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Sec 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 means

Section 152 of the BNS punishes whoever, purposely or knowingly, by words, signs, visible representation, electronic communication, use of financial means or otherwise,…

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Sec 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 means

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Section 152 of the BNS punishes whoever, purposely or knowingly, by words, signs, visible representation, electronic communication, use of financial means or otherwise, "excites or attempts to excite, secession or armed rebellion or subversive activities", encourages separatist feelings, or endangers the sovereignty or unity and integrity of India. Exciting hatred or disaffection towards the Government was the old sedition offence, and comments disapproving of government measures with a view to their lawful alteration are left outside the section by its Explanation.

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