CrPC → BNSS

CrPC Section 135 in BNSS

CrPC Section 135 corresponds to BNSS Section 154 under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

Old provisionCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 135
New provision154
New ActBharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
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BNSS Section 154 — Person to whom order is addressed to obey or show cause

Drafting note. In clause (b) the words "and such appearance or hearing may be permitted through audio-video conferencing." are added.

The person against whom such order is made shall— (a) perform, within the time and in the manner specified in the order, the act directed thereby; or (b) appear in accordance with such order and show cause against the same; and such appearance or hearing may be permitted through audio-video conferencing.

Read the full text of BNSS Section 154

Questions this page answers

What is CrPC 135 in BNSS?

CrPC Section 135 is BNSS Section 154 — Person to whom order is addressed to obey or show cause.

Has the provision changed?

In clause (b) the words "and such appearance or hearing may be permitted through audio-video conferencing." are added.

Which law applies to an offence today?

Offences committed on or after 1 July 2024 are dealt with under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023; earlier offences continue under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

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