Whoever abets the desertion of any officer, soldier, sailor or airman, in the Army, Navy or Air Force of the Government of India, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

BNSS Classification

• Imprisonment for 2 years, or fine, or both.
• Cognizable
• Bailable
• Triable by Any Magistrate.