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The offence of affray is defined under _____ of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

Section 194(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly section 159 IPC) defines affray as two or more persons fighting in a public place and disturbing the public…

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The offence of affray is defined under _____ of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

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Section 194(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly section 159 IPC) defines affray as two or more persons fighting in a public place and disturbing the public peace. Section 191 deals with rioting, which involves unlawful-assembly force or violence. Section 189 deals with unlawful assembly and section 195 with assaulting or obstructing a public servant when suppressing a riot.

Under section 194(2), affray is punishable with imprisonment up to one month, or fine up to ₹1,000, or both.

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