Legal Reforms India
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
BNSS 2023 vs CrPC 1973 Comparison MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE (Legislative Department) New Delhi, the 25th December, 2023/Pausha 4, 1945 (Saka) The following Act of Parliament received the assent of the President on the 25th December, 2023 and is hereby published for general information:— THE BHARATIYA NAGARIK SURAKSHA SANHITA, 2023 NO. 46 OF 2023…
BNS Section 358 – Repeal and savings
Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 358: Repeal and Savings This section explains the transition from the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. Here’s a simple breakdown: What Does Section 358 Say? Key Points in Simple Table Aspect Details Repeal of IPC The IPC, 1860, is officially cancelled. Continuity of…
BNS Section 357 – Breach of contract to attend on and supply wants of helpless person
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 491 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 357: Neglecting Care of Helpless Persons This law deals with failing to care for a helpless person as per a legal contract. Here’s a simple breakdown: What is the Crime? If a person: they are committing a crime under this section. Punishment: Up…
BNS Section 356 – Defamation
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 499,502 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 356: Defamation This law deals with harming someone’s reputation through false statements, words, signs, or publications. Here’s a simple breakdown: What is Defamation? Defamation occurs when a person: Examples: Key Points Exceptions (When It’s NOT Defamation) Punishment Type of Defamation Punishment Bail? Trial…
BNS Section 355 – Misconduct in public by a drunken person
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 510 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 355: Misconduct by a Drunken Person in Public This law deals with causing public disturbance while drunk. Here’s a simple breakdown: What is the Crime? If a person: they are committing a crime under this section. Punishment: Key Points in Simple Table…
BNS Section 354 – Act caused by inducing person to believe that he will be rendered an object of the Divine displeasure
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 508 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 354: Using Divine Threats to Force Actions This law deals with forcing someone to act or not act by scaring them with divine punishment (like anger from God or gods). Here’s a simple breakdown: What is the Crime? If a person: they are…
BNS Section 353 – Statements conducing to public mischief
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 505 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 353: Statements Causing Public Mischief This law deals with spreading false statements, rumors, or reports that can cause harm to public order or create hatred between communities. Here’s a simple breakdown: What is the Crime? If a person: they are committing a crime…
BNS Section 352 – Intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 504 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 352: Intentional Insult to Provoke Breach of Peace This law deals with intentionally insulting someone to provoke them into breaking public peace or committing a crime. Here’s a simple breakdown: What is the Crime? If a person: they are committing a crime under…
BNS Section 351 – Criminal intimidation
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section – 503,506,507 Understanding Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 351: Criminal Intimidation This law deals with threatening someone to cause fear or force them to act against their will. Here’s a simple breakdown: What is Criminal Intimidation? If a person: they are committing criminal intimidation. Punishment: Up to 2 years in jail OR fine OR both. Key…