Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita — Section 221

Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his

221. Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his public functions, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to two thousand and five hundred rupees, or with both.

Omission to assist public servant when bound by law to give assistance.

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