IPC → BNS
IPC Section 171G in BNS
IPC Section 171G corresponds to BNS Section 175 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 171G |
|---|---|
| New provision | 175 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 175 — False statement in connection with an election
Drafting note. No change.
Whoever with intent to affect the result of an election makes or publishes any statement purporting to be a statement of fact which is false and which he either knows or believes to be false or does not believe to be true, in relation to the personal character or conduct of any candidate shall be punished with fine.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 171G in BNS?
IPC Section 171G is BNS Section 175 — False statement in connection with 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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