IPC Section 314 in BNS
IPC Section 314 corresponds to BNS Section 90 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 314 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 90 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 90 — Death caused by act done with intent to cause miscarriage
Drafting note. Heading of para-2 “if act done without woman’s consent” is excluded. The words "Where the act referred to in sub-section (1)” are added.
(1) Whoever, with intent to cause the miscarriage of a woman with child, does any act which causes the death of such woman, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine. (2) Where the act referred to in sub-section (1) is done without the consent of the woman, shall be punishable either with imprisonment for life, or with the punishment specified in said sub-section. Explanation.—It is not essential to this offence that the offender should know that the act is likely to cause death.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 314 in BNS?
IPC Section 314 is BNS Section 90 — Death caused by act done with intent to cause miscarriage.
Has the provision changed?
Heading of para-2 “if act done without woman’s consent” is excluded. The words "Where the act referred to in sub-section (1)” are added.
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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