IPC → BNS
IPC Section 131 in BNS
IPC Section 131 corresponds to BNS Section 159 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 131 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 159 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 159 — Abetting mutiny, attempting to seduce a soldier, sailor or airman from his duty
Drafting note. No change.
Whoever abets the committing of mutiny by an officer, soldier, sailor or airman, in the Army, Navy or Air Force of the Government of India or attempts to seduce any such officer, soldier, sailor or airman from his allegiance or his duty, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 131 in BNS?
IPC Section 131 is BNS Section 159 — Abetting mutiny, attempting to seduce a soldier, sailor or airman from his duty.
Has the provision changed?
No change.
Which law applies to an offence today?
Offences committed on or after 1 July 2024 are dealt with under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023; earlier offences continue under the Indian Penal Code, 1860.
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