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Section 34 of The Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007

Any person subject to this Act who commits any of the following offences, namely:–

(a)commits extortion; or
(b)without proper authority exacts from any person money, provisions or service, shall, on conviction by a Force Court, be liable to suffer imprisonment for a term which may extend to ten years or such less punishment as is in this Act mentioned.

Summary

Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, covers offences of extortion and exaction.
Extortion is the act of forcing someone to give up money, property, or valuable services through threats or coercion.
Exaction is demanding and taking money, provisions, or services from someone without proper legal authority. Provisions mean food, supplies, or other materials.
It makes these illegal actions serious offences when committed by anyone subject to the Act.
It sets the maximum punishment for anyone convicted of these offences.

Practical examples

1On September 5, 2026, Sub-Inspector Anil Kumar threatened a local shopkeeper near the border, saying he would lock up the shop unless the shopkeeper paid him ten thousand rupees every month. Anil is charged with extortion under Section 34 of the border patrol law.

2On November 20, 2026, Constable Vikram Dev used his position to demand free transport services and food provisions from a villager without any official authority. Vikram is prosecuted for unauthorised exaction under Section 34 of the Act.

FAQ

1. What is the difference between extortion and exaction under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007?

Under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, extortion involves forcing someone to give up property through threats, while exaction involves demanding and taking money, food provisions, or services without proper legal authority.

2. What is the maximum sentence for extortion under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007?

Under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, any person convicted of extortion is liable to suffer imprisonment for a term which may extend to ten years, or a lesser punishment.

3. Can a member of the Force demand free services from locals under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007?

No, Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, specifically prohibits demanding and taking services, money, or provisions from any person without proper authority.

4. Which court handles offences committed under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007?

Offences under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, are tried and decided by a Force Court.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, which of the following is explicitly prohibited from being exacted from any person without proper authority?

Q2.What is the maximum imprisonment term that can be awarded for committing extortion under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007?

Q3.Under Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007, what is required for a demand of provisions or services to be legal?

Q4.Which of the following offences are the twin focuses of Section 34 of the Sashastra Seema Bal Act, 2007?

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