{"id":5042,"date":"2025-05-20T18:26:18","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T12:56:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.class24.study\/exams\/?p=5042"},"modified":"2026-02-24T12:43:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T07:13:06","slug":"haryana-youtuber-has-been-arrested-under-the-official-secrets-act-1923","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.class24.study\/current-affairs\/haryana-youtuber-has-been-arrested-under-the-official-secrets-act-1923\/","title":{"rendered":"A Haryana YouTuber has been arrested under the Official Secrets Act, 1923, for disclosing details to Pakistani officials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">During the ongoing Operation Sindoor, Haryana&rsquo;s Jyoti Rani was apprehended for giving sensitive information to a Pakistani High Commission official. She was accused under OSA and Section 152 of BNS for acts that could weaken India&rsquo;s independence. This act was made in 1923 to prevent the spreading of confidential government secrets that could harm national security. The arrest of Jyoti Rani shows how strongly this antiquated law is applied to defend India&rsquo;s sovereignty from secret information from outside.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Details:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Official Secrets Act was created in 1923.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Formulated under the rule of Britain, based on their OSA 1911 legislation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Hides secrets of the government, military and intelligence community from being leaked.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Should be considered by all individuals on the unknown list with classified information, including government officials, civilians and foreign nationals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcYykvwJc9Sg-RifUpS9i0RzB08NlcOa-tnPfBOE5IbX1WDdoVDcyAJ5FLcXZn4ZKN8dYu1Bb0v3zcAjKPQOWp7Ai6qlojfNv2yZb5eOupDCnUDbqHkqARV0Hfd1J9YMFYrs-I-?key=wuhV9vpsi08YaLS1ER5A1A\" style=\"height:505px; width:602px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Key Provisions:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Protects secret codes, passwords, maps, documents and various types of military plans used by the government.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Makes spying, false communication, counterfeiting and unapproved uniforms illegal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">It covers any activity that endangers the country or helps its enemies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Penalties:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If the offence concerns defence matters, you can receive up to 14 years in prison; otherwise, you could serve up to 3 years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Misleading messages: At most 3 years in prison and a fine.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Being involved or encouraging the commission of an offense: Considered as the principal offense.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXc2ZgJy9ftULFu6gaEVo5_ET7Rq-k1BBt0pFSsfmeTmfdXauiLf1F2_dYATit4jF_uhYtxcWEd-8egzDvbU45a3wxQTY5jAYJ8g9M7g12BoErRBaRHOFXTsApCJTgG_l6HI3ofpnQ?key=wuhV9vpsi08YaLS1ER5A1A\" style=\"height:376px; width:602px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Authorities&rsquo; Powers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Can search, seize papers and handle prosecutions in private for reasons involving national interests.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Under BNS Section 152, there are additional charges.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Handles instances where someone attempts to threaten the country&rsquo;s unity such as supporting the separation of regions or starting a rebellion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Punishment could result in life imprisonment or a term of up to 7 years, as well as a fine.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">It is acceptable to suggest reform of the law when done peacefully.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Conclusion:<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The reason for the Official Secrets Act, 1923, is to stop security threats with a ban on spying and on exposing confidential information. The arrest of a War Crime suspect demonstrates that preserving national and international security is still essential, yet individuals are able to express their opinions legally.<\/p>\n<h3 data-end=\"205\" data-start=\"147\"><span style=\"color:#ffffff;\"><strong data-end=\"205\" data-start=\"154\"><span style=\"background-color:#c0392b;\">UPSC Prelims Practice Question<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"207\"><strong data-end=\"213\" data-start=\"207\">Q.<\/strong> With reference to the Official Secrets Act (OSA), 1923, consider the following statements:<\/p>\n<ol data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"306\">\n<li data-end=\"398\" data-start=\"306\">\n<p data-end=\"398\" data-start=\"309\">The Act applies only to government officials who have access to classified information.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-end=\"512\" data-start=\"399\">\n<p data-end=\"512\" data-start=\"402\">The maximum punishment under the Act for defence-related offences can extend up to 14 years of imprisonment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-end=\"598\" data-start=\"513\">\n<p data-end=\"598\" data-start=\"516\">The Act empowers authorities to conduct searches and seizures without a warrant.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"599\">\n<p data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"602\">Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with offences related to promoting secession and rebellion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"718\"><strong data-end=\"770\" data-start=\"718\">Which of the statements given above are correct?<\/strong><br data-end=\"773\" data-start=\"770\" \/><br \/>\nA) 1 and 2 only<br data-end=\"791\" data-start=\"788\" \/><br \/>\n<strong>B) 2 and 4 only<\/strong><br data-end=\"809\" data-start=\"806\" \/><br \/>\nC) 2, 3 and 4 only<br data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"827\" \/><br \/>\nD) 1, 3 and 4 only<\/p>\n<div class=\"faqs-osa\">\n<h2 class=\"pb-2\" id=\"faq-osa\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion accordion-flush\" id=\"accordionFlushOSA\">\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 class=\"accordion-header\"><button aria-controls=\"flush-collapseOneOSA\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapseOneOSA\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" type=\"button\">Q1. What is the Official Secrets Act (OSA) 1923?<\/button><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlushOSA\" id=\"flush-collapseOneOSA\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body faqs-osa-body\">It is a colonial-era law designed to protect government, military, and intelligence secrets from being leaked.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 class=\"accordion-header\"><button aria-controls=\"flush-collapseTwoOSA\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapseTwoOSA\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" type=\"button\">Q2. Who does the OSA apply to?<\/button><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlushOSA\" id=\"flush-collapseTwoOSA\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body faqs-osa-body\">Government officials, civilians, foreign nationals, or anyone with access to classified information.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 class=\"accordion-header\"><button aria-controls=\"flush-collapseThreeOSA\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapseThreeOSA\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" type=\"button\">Q3. What are the penalties under the OSA?<\/button><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlushOSA\" id=\"flush-collapseThreeOSA\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body faqs-osa-body\">Up to 14 years imprisonment for defence-related offences; up to 3 years and fines for other violations.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 class=\"accordion-header\"><button aria-controls=\"flush-collapseFourOSA\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapseFourOSA\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" type=\"button\">Q4. What additional charges are involved under Section 152 of BNS?<\/button><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlushOSA\" id=\"flush-collapseFourOSA\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body faqs-osa-body\">Charges related to acts threatening India&rsquo;s sovereignty, such as rebellion or promoting secession, punishable by life imprisonment or up to 7 years.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 class=\"accordion-header\"><button aria-controls=\"flush-collapseFiveOSA\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapseFiveOSA\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" type=\"button\">Q5. What powers do authorities have under the OSA?<\/button><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlushOSA\" id=\"flush-collapseFiveOSA\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body faqs-osa-body\">They can conduct searches, seize documents, and keep prosecutions confidential for national security reasons.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During the ongoing Operation Sindoor, Haryana&rsquo;s Jyoti Rani was apprehended for giving sensitive information to a Pakistani High Commission official. She was accused under OSA and Section 152 of BNS for acts that could weaken India&rsquo;s independence. 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