IPC → BNS

IPC Section 289 in BNS

IPC Section 289 corresponds to BNS Section 291 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

Old provisionIndian Penal Code, 1860, Section 289
New provision291
New ActBharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
MappingMapped

BNS Section 291 — Negligent conduct with respect to animal

Drafting note. Word “measure” replaces “order” The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.

Whoever knowingly or negligently omits to take such measures with any animal in his possession as is sufficient to guard against any probable danger to human life, or any probable danger of grievous hurt from such animal, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

Read the full text of BNS Section 291

Questions this page answers

What is IPC 289 in BNS?

IPC Section 289 is BNS Section 291 — Negligent conduct with respect to animal.

Has the provision changed?

Word “measure” replaces “order” The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.

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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