# \#section311 **URL:** https://citizen.complainthub.org/tag/section311/555.md [Latest](https://citizen.complainthub.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://citizen.complainthub.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://citizen.complainthub.org/tags.md) --- ## [Section 311 of BNS: Stricter Punishments for Violent Robbery and Dacoity](https://citizen.complainthub.org/t/section-311-of-bns-stricter-punishments-for-violent-robbery-and-dacoity/16588)
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Section 311 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) applies when a person committing robbery or dacoity uses a deadly weapon, causes grievous hurt, or attempts to cause death or grievous hurt. This section ensures stricter…