IPC → BNS
IPC Section 171F in BNS
IPC Section 171F corresponds to BNS Section 174 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 171F |
|---|---|
| New provision | 174 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 174 — Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election
Drafting note. No change.
Whoever commits the offence of undue influence or personation at an election shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year or with fine, or with both.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 171F in BNS?
IPC Section 171F is BNS Section 174 — Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election.
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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