BNS · CHAPTER XV — Of Offences Affecting The Public Health, Safety, Convenience, Decency And Morals

Section 296. Obscene acts and songs

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

Whoever, to the annoyance of others,— (a) does any obscene act in any public place; or (b) sings, recites or utters any obscene song, ballad or words, in or near any public place, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.

Source: India Code