Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Chapter 12
Preventive Action of the Police
Section 171 • Prevention of injury to public property.
Description
A police officer may of his own authority interpose to prevent any injury attempted to be committed in his view to any public property, movable or immovable, or the removal or injury of any public landmark, buoy or other mark used for navigation.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Chapter 12 (Preventive Action of the Police). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.