| Section | Punishment | Cognizable? | Bail | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 Making atmosphere noxious to health. | Fine of 1,000 rupees | Non-cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: First Schedule of the BNSS 2023 (classification of offences)
Section 280 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023:Making atmosphere noxious to health.
Making atmosphere noxious to health.Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023
Whoever voluntarily vitiates the atmosphere in any place so as to make it noxious to the health of persons in general dwelling or carrying on business in the neighbourhood or passing along a public way, shall be punished with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees.