Section 53 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023: Liability of an Abettor for Unintended Consequences
Section 53 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, imposes liability on abettors for unintended consequences of their actions if the outcome is a probable result of their instigation or aid. It ensures accountability for unforeseen effects, aligning punishment with the abetted act’s reasonable foreseeability under criminal law.