Complete section-wise guide to BNS 2023 — the new criminal code that replaced IPC from 1 July 2024
The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 replaced the Indian Penal Code 1860 with effect from 1 July 2024. It has 358 sections and introduces new provisions for organised crime, terrorism, and crimes against women. Our section-wise guide covers each BNS section with its IPC equivalent, punishment, and practical examples.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles. Bail under BNS Section 310 depends on the facts of the case, available evidence, applicable legal provisions, and the discretion of the competent court.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles. Bail under BNS Section 115 is generally available because it is a bailable offence. However, the applicable procedure may vary depending on the facts of the case and any additional offences alleged.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles. Bail under BNS Section 318 depends on the applicable sub-section, the facts of the case, available evidence, and the discretion of the competent court.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles. Bail under BNS Section 303 depends on the facts of the case, available evidence, applicable legal provisions, and the discretion of the competent court.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles. Bail under BNS Section 103 depends on the facts of the case, available evidence, applicable legal provisions, and the discretion of the competent court.
This guide is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), and general criminal law principles. Bail under BNS Section 64 depends on the facts of the case, available evidence, applicable legal provisions, and the discretion of the competent court.
BNS Section 356 defines defamation as making or publishing false imputations that harm a person’s reputation. It includes spoken, written, or digital statements and also covers defamation of deceased persons in certain cases.
BNS Section 355 penalises public misconduct by a drunken person who causes annoyance in public or trespassed places. It introduces short imprisonment, fine, or community service to maintain public order and discipline.
BNS Section 354 deals with acts where a person is forced to act or refrain from acting by being threatened with “divine displeasure.” It criminalises superstition-based coercion used to manipulate or control another person’s decisions.
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