Bihar

• 23 Jan 2025

Bihar Man Files FIR Against Political Leader

Why in News? 

A Bihar resident has filed a case against a political party leader, accusing him of causing financial loss. 

Key Points 

• The complainant, reportedly a milk vendor, approached the local court, alleging that a political rally led by a political leader disrupted his business operations. 
• The complainant, however, has asserted his right to seek compensation for the inconvenience caused by the rally.  
  • The incident underscores the growing trend of citizens seeking legal redress for grievances stemming from political events, reflecting a larger debate on balancing political expression with public convenience. 
• A resident of Sonupur village is seeking the trial of the political leader under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, including Section 152, which deals with sedition. 
  • Section 152 of the BNS criminalises any act of exciting secession, armed rebellion, and subversive activities.  
  • It also criminalises acts encouraging feelings of separatism or endangering the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.